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

At this exclusive, high-energy event, the world’s most innovative leaders will convene to explore how AI, humanity, and strategy converge to redefine, again, the future of work. —Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 20 Feb. 2026

This is not just awareness-raising, but an attempt to redefine masculinity as less stoic, more self-aware, and more human. —Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026

Many have closed their doors, while others have redefined its meaning as a social space that offers beverage variety and events. —Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026

For over 100 years, Yves Salomon has focused on leather and shearling, helping to evolve and redefine the market along the way. —Minty Mellon, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026

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