reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˌ)rē-ˈshāp 

reshaped; reshaping; reshapes

transitive verb

: to give a new form or orientation to : reorganize

The cargo space was reshaped in the new model.

These changes will reshape the future.

reshaper noun

Examples of reshape in a Sentence

The body of the car was reshaped to allow for more cargo space.

These changes will reshape the future.

He reshaped the plot of his story.

Recent Examples on the Web

The world is now confronting a disruption that could reshape global oil flows and test the resilience of the international energy system in ways not seen for decades. —Amena Bakr, semafor.com, 9 Mar. 2026

The political tremors triggered by the ballot measure already have reshaped California’s political landscape. —Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026

Waves of consolidation have reshaped the sector, with Hollywood agencies WME and CAA remaining dominant. —Dominic Patten, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026

Today, as conversations around AI, new application norms, and institutional transparency reshape the higher education landscape, Blackman’s storied tenure gives families a sense of steadiness. —Maria Williams, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reshape

• agape
• escape
• landscape
• lenape
• seascape
• soundscape
• ape
• cape
• crape
• crepe
• drape
• gape

Kids Definition

reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˈ)rē-ˈshāp 

: to give a new form to

reshaper noun