redefine

verb

re·​de·​fine ˌrē-di-ˈfīn 

redefined; redefining; redefines

transitive verb

1

: to define (something, such as a concept) again : reformulate

had to redefine their terms

2

a

: to reexamine or reevaluate especially with a view to change

b

: transform sense 1c

redefinition

(ˌ)rē-ˌde-fə-ˈni-shən 

noun

Synonyms of redefine

• reconsider
• revisit
• review

Examples of redefine in a Sentence

learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity

Recent Examples on the Web

Screenwriting, storytelling and directing need to keep redefining. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2026

As previously reported by WWD, the documentary explores the legacy and life of photographer Richard Avedon, whose work helped redefine fashion photography and extended into portraiture, cultural commentary and politics. — Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2026

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For those looking to explore this deceptively simple dish, here are five must-try bagel shops in Los Angeles County that are redefining the bagel. — Richard Guzman, Daily News, 11 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for redefine

• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline

Kids Definition

redefine

verb

re·​de·​fine ˌrē-di-ˈfīn 

1

: to define (as a concept) again

redefined their terms

2

: to reexamine or reevaluate especially with a view to change

redefine our goals