reinterpret

verb

re·​in·​ter·​pret ˌrē-ən-ˈtər-prət 

-pət

reinterpreted; reinterpreting; reinterprets

transitive verb

: to interpret again

specifically : to give a new or different interpretation to

reinterpretation

ˌrē-ən-ˌtər-prə-ˈtā-shən 

-pə-

noun

Examples of reinterpret in a Sentence

New information may force us to reinterpret the evidence.

The director wants to reinterpret the old play for a modern audience.

Recent Examples on the Web

Drawing from Natori’s print archive, the collection reinterprets the brand’s signature motifs through the distinctive color palette and embroidery techniques of Johnny Was. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

Rather than preserving history, Capella reinterprets it—using the city's cultural past as the backdrop for one of Southeast Asia's most imaginative luxury hotels. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

For New Wave, Ropion and McCurtin looked to one of perfumery’s most enduring structures—the amber accord—and considered how to reinterpret it for today. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

New patterns, colors and fabric combinations give brands room to reinterpret the jacket without touching its recognizable shape. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reinterpret

• interpret
• misinterpret

Kids Definition

reinterpret

verb

re·​in·​ter·​pret ˌrē-ən-ˈtər-prət 

: to interpret again

especially : to give a new or different interpretation to

reinterpretation

-ˌtər-prə-ˈtā-shən 

noun