noun🔗ShareA temporary (usually insubstantial) substitution."The broken chair leg was supported by a precarious makeshift of stacked books and duct tape. "utilityitemthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareMade to work or suffice; improvised; substituted."They used the ledge and a few branches for a makeshift shelter."utilityitemthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA rogue; a shifty person."The makeshift was known for his unreliable stories and sudden changes of plans. "characterpersonChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading