REDEFINE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

redefine

verb

ˌrē-di-ˈfīn

Definition of redefine

as in to reconsider

to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity

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Recent Examples of redefine Candidates such as Kiros and El-Sayed, Green says, will redefine the conventional wisdom about what kind of Democrat can win in what kind of place. — Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026 Whether investing in therapy, hiring personal trainers, taking solo vacations, pursuing preventative healthcare, or exploring cosmetic treatments, many are redefining what self-care actually means. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 The ongoing diversification of the American populace ensures that Latin American rhythms, jazz subgenres and electronic innovations will continue to redefine what the nation will sound like moving forward. — Ted Olson, The Conversation, 2 July 2026 Laptop Deal The HP OmniBook 3 redefines long-haul productivity by delivering an astonishing 32 hours and 15 minutes of operating on a single charge. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for redefine

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For otherwise healthy mouths without an active infection, daily antiseptic rinsing may be worth reconsidering in favor of standard brushing and flossing.

— Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
Enterprise CIOs are actively reallocating budgets, renegotiating contracts and reconsidering assumptions held for two decades.

— Daniel Keller, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of reconsider

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Unlike appeals, clemency does not revisit guilt or innocence.

— Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
In turn, families expecting to finance a significant share of college costs through Parent PLUS loans may need to revisit their education funding strategy and consider scholarships, payment plans, savings or private financing to bridge any gaps.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Definition of revisit

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The court declined, however, to review a challenge to a federal ban on handgun sales to 18- to 20-year-olds, as well as to a similar Florida state law.

— Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 July 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026

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