rework

verb

re·​work (ˌ)rē-ˈwərk 

reworked; reworking; reworks

transitive verb

: to work again or anew: such as

a

: revise

b

: to reprocess (something, such as used material) for further use

Synonyms of rework

• modify
• remodel
• change
• alter

Examples of rework in a Sentence

The design has been completely reworked.

the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

Recent Examples on the Web

As the South by Southwest Conference and Festival wraps up its 40th year in Austin Wednesday, a decentralized layout and reworked SXSW Innovation Conference have reshaped how attendees experience the event. —Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026

Dries Van Noten reworks classic tailoring with cropped cuts and embroidery, giving tailored separates a fresh perspective. —Minty Mellon, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026

There had been talk about reworking the pilot as recently as earlier this week. —Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026

Carolina is likely reworking its offseason plan for the position after Yosh Nijman surprisingly retired on Wednesday. —Mike Kaye updated March 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rework

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork

Kids Definition

rework

verb

re·​work (ˈ)rē-ˈwərk 

: to work again or anew: as

a

: revise entry 1 sense 2, rewrite

b

: to reprocess (as used material) for further use