reschedule

verb

re·​sched·​ule (ˌ)rē-ˈske-(ˌ)jül 

-jəl

Canadian also -ˈshe-

British usually -ˈshe-(ˌ)dyül

rescheduled; rescheduling; reschedules

transitive verb

: to schedule or plan again according to a different timetable

especially : to defer required payment of (a debt or loan)

Examples of reschedule in a Sentence

She called to reschedule her appointment.

The meeting was rescheduled for Tuesday.

He rescheduled his college loans.

Recent Examples on the Web

Three weeks into her tour, Ariana Grande has had to reschedule several shows. — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026

People are instructed to scan the QR link on the letter that will lead them to a list of available appointments to reschedule their test. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Meanwhile, their July 2 concert has been rescheduled for July 13. — Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026

During peak times, residents should cancel or reschedule outdoor activities. — Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above