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

Directed by Panamanian filmmaker García Spooner, the dramedy follows three women friends in their mid-sixties who join forces in order to jointly face their money troubles and reinvent their future by creating a social club for seniors. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 8 Nov. 2026

The couple hired them to reinvent their landscaping and work started in April 2020. — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Her ability to challenge conventions, reinvent silhouettes and bring an unexpected perspective to fashion resonates deeply with the spirit of innovation that defines Balenciaga. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026

Closing Thoughts Building a culture that thrives in uncertainty is not about reinventing your organization as a startup. — Suzanne Konstance, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 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