remodel

verb

re·​mod·​el (ˌ)rē-ˈmä-dᵊl 

remodeled; remodeling; remodels

transitive verb

1

: to alter the structure of : remake

2

: to cause (living tissue) to undergo structural reorganization, alteration, or renewal

Bones are constantly being remodeled. Cells called osteoclasts break them down and osteoblasts build them up.

—Jane E. Brody

Synonyms of remodel

• modify
• change
• alter
• rework
• transform

Examples of remodel in a Sentence

We remodeled the kitchen last year.

we completely remodeled the house right after we moved in

Recent Examples on the Web

Almost all of our neighbors have remodeled over the years and gone to double-pane windows, which screen out a lot of noise. —Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026

The main arena has 25% more seating, bringing the total to around 1,000, and the player lounge has been remodeled. —Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026

The plan includes improving steak quality, enhancing customer service, simplifying the menu, strengthening marketing efforts and remodeling nearly all remaining locations. —Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025

The building has served the Russian-speaking community for 20 years, Afanasyev said, and a lot of time has been spent remodeling it. —Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 24 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for remodel

• caudal
• caudle
• dawdle
• model
• twaddle
• waddle

Kids Definition

remodel

verb

re·​mod·​el (ˈ)rē-ˈmäd-ᵊl 

: to change the structure of