Make it Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Aspirational Use Often used to express hope and determination towards achieving something significant. She's going to make it as a lawyer, I'm sure of it. Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Dreams Common in stories where characters aim to drastically improve their lives or status. He moved to Hollywood to make it as an actor. Pro Tip 3/3Motivational Speeches Used in motivational contexts to encourage perseverance. You've got what it takes to make it; never give up!