reinvent

verb

re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent How to pronounce reinvent (audio)
reinvented; reinventing; reinvents

transitive verb

1
: to make as if for the first time something already invented
reinvent the wheel
2
: to remake or redo completely
3
: to bring into use again
reinvention noun

Examples of reinvent in a Sentence

The candidate promised to reinvent Social Security. chefs who reinvent regional favorites using exotic ingredients
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Processes didn’t have to be reinvented with every new hire, and employees gained confidence more quickly. Andrey Shelokovskiy, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025 The series reinvented itself with every passing episode, introducing new mysteries, asking new questions, and providing compelling new details of its characters’ pasts through its flashback structure. Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 3 July 2025 Industry professionals who spoke to NBC News said Combs can control the narrative of his legacy — and potentially reinvent himself. Curtis Bunn, NBC news, 3 July 2025 Alongside the ranch's donkeys, pigs, and dogs, New Translations reinvented their artistic process. Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for reinvent

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reinvent was in 1686

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“Reinvent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reinvent. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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reinvent

verb
re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent How to pronounce reinvent (audio)
1
: to make as if for the first time something already invented
reinvent the wheel
2
: to remake or redo completely
reinvented his musical style
reinvention noun

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