Definitions

make of

VERB

interpret

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clarify construe decipher depict describe enact explain illustrate portray read solve translate understand view

STRONG

adapt annotate comment commentate decode delineate elucidate exemplify explicate expound gather gloss image improvise limn mimic paraphrase perform picture play reenact render represent take

WEAK

spell out throw light on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

confuse disbelieve mix up obscure

STRONG

cloud direct fail misunderstand mystify stop

WEAK

misinterpret

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But the suit against the IRS was in court and the judge in the case, Kathleen Williams, didn’t know what to make of it.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

I’m curious to know what you make of those criticisms.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

I worked my way up from learning how to put new bikes together out of the box, to servicing every type and make of bike and, ultimately, to sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Investors weren’t sure what to make of the charge.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

They are our Abbey bellringers, and a splendid job they make of it too!

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

make of

Example Sentences

Related Words