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

• 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

The Bottom Line In my view, private equity is redefining what a moat looks like: systems where customers stay longer, spend more and attract others. —Humphrey Ho, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025

The British came to Gotham City and redefined the Dark Knight for a new generation of Bat-fans. —Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 July 2025

Gabriela Hearst’s latest collection redefines designer denim, aligning high fashion with the denim industry’s growing commitment to circularity. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 8 July 2025

As part of its growing audience of the platform’s users, the report gives an in-depth view of how, in particular, Gen Z and Millennial men are redefining masculinity. —Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 8 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for redefine

• acridine
• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• atropine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine

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