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

Perhaps the most lavish example of innovation in the architecture of culture is Jean Nouvel’s new Fondation Cartier in Paris, a museum that promises to reinvent itself completely for every show. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

As Studio Graphene’s Gandhi said, there is a need to reinvent business in the AI era. — Roger Trapp, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Settled more than 200 years ago, San Leon has never tried to reinvent itself. — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026

The backstory Originally built as a classic Cape Cod inn, The Coonamessett has been thoughtfully reinvented by Lark Hotels. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 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