reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˌ)rē-ˈshāp 

reshaped; reshaping; reshapes

transitive verb

: to give a new form or orientation to : reorganize

The cargo space was reshaped in the new model.

These changes will reshape the future.

reshaper noun

Examples of reshape in a Sentence

The body of the car was reshaped to allow for more cargo space.

These changes will reshape the future.

He reshaped the plot of his story.

Recent Examples on the Web

Running is not the only sport that is reshaping how Gen Z socialize. — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

Reflecting on the rise of short-form video and streaming platforms, Wu argues that technological change has always reshaped cinema without eliminating older art forms. — Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 25 July 2026

Neptune sextiles Pluto early today, blending idealism with the power to reshape systems, habits, and shared goals. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Researchers will examine how generative AI could reshape the role of Army planning teams, identify the cognitive skills future planners will need and improve workflows to ensure the technology helps maintain a strategic advantage on the battlefield. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reshape

• agape
• escape
• landscape
• lenape
• seascape
• soundscape
• ape
• cape
• crape
• crepe
• drape
• gape

Kids Definition

reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˈ)rē-ˈshāp 

: to give a new form to

reshaper noun