rework

verb

re·​work (ˌ)rē-ˈwərk 

reworked; reworking; reworks

transitive verb

: to work again or anew: such as

a

: revise

b

: to reprocess (something, such as used material) for further use

Synonyms of rework

• modify
• remodel
• change
• alter

Examples of rework in a Sentence

The design has been completely reworked.

the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

Recent Examples on the Web

For his debut, Bellotti laid a chic foundation—reworking the house’s signature double-faced coats in ultra-fine leather and introducing tailoring accented with sleek, unexpected cutouts at the hip. —Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026

The self is made of memories but can also shape them — an animate sculpture able to rework its own clay. —Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026

The backstory The property has been reworked multiple times since the ’90s. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026

More specifically, the redesign preserved the exterior architecture while reworking the interiors to reflect a contemporary lifestyle. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for rework

• artwork
• beadwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork

Kids Definition

rework

verb

re·​work (ˈ)rē-ˈwərk 

: to work again or anew: as

a

: revise entry 1 sense 2, rewrite

b

: to reprocess (as used material) for further use