reinvent

verb

re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent 

reinvented; reinventing; reinvents

transitive verb

1

: to make as if for the first time something already invented

reinvent the wheel

2

: to remake or redo completely

3

: to bring into use again

reinvention

ˌrē-ən-ˈven(t)-shən 

noun

Examples of reinvent in a Sentence

The candidate promised to reinvent Social Security.

chefs who reinvent regional favorites using exotic ingredients

Recent Examples on the Web

Can Brancusi’s ecstatic and inexhaustible simplicity inspire sculptors to reinvent their medium again? — Michael Brenson, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026

Some riff on seltzer water, others on soda pops, while some reinvent heritage libations, like switchel and agua fresca—all while tasting ridiculously refreshing. — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026

Discover why Richmond, British Columbia has Chinese cuisine that rivals Hong Kong—and how a new generation of chefs is reinventing the city’s culinary game. — Christopher Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2026

Naysayers of the divisive sneaker heel category might think that the hybrid style will never be more than a novelty item — but in 2026, the sport-meets-glamour aesthetic is sticking around and getting reinvented in all kinds of innovative ways. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing reinvent

• reinvent oneself
• reinvent the wheel

Rhymes for reinvent

• accent
• advent
• ascent
• assent
• augment
• cement
• consent
• dement
• descent
• detent
• dissent
• event

Kids Definition

reinvent

verb

re·​in·​vent ˌrē-ən-ˈvent 

1

: to make as if for the first time something already invented

reinvent the wheel

2

: to remake or redo completely

reinvented his musical style

reinvention

-ˈven-chən 

noun