Synonyms of overhaul

overhaul 1 of 2

verb

ˌō-vər-ˈhȯl 

as in to catch

to move fast enough to get even with

in the final moments of the race, the horse in the rear sped forward at a furious pace and overhauled the horse that had been leading

Synonyms & Similar Words

• catch
• overtake
• chase
• reach
• pursue
• catch up (with)
• gain
• pass
• surpass

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fall short

overhaul

2 of 2

noun

as in redesign

Related Words

• redesign
• revision
• reworking
• revamping
• reformation
• remodeling
• transition
• reconstruction
• modification
• reconversion
• redo
• variation
• adjustment
• alteration
• shift
• redoing
• remaking
• refashioning
• change
• replacement
• tweak
• deformation
• transformation
• distortion
• difference
• transmutation
• disfigurement
• displacement
• substitution
• changeover
• metamorphosis
• mutation
• conversion
• transfiguration
• supplantation

Dissimilar Words

• stabilization
• fixation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of overhaul

Verb

But before launching a major initiative or overhauling existing systems, new tech leaders need time to understand the organization’s priorities, technology environment, stakeholder expectations and day-to-day challenges. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has overhauled her Cabinet to revive sliding poll numbers, while keeping powerful rivals and key ministers in place to manage party tensions and relations with Washington. — Mari Yamaguchi, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Noun

While in Congress, Becerra was a strong advocate and supporter of the Affordable Care Act, a landmark healthcare overhaul championed by former President Obama. — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Channel 4 is planning a significant overhaul of three unscripted commissioning departments as part of the biggest jobs cull in its 43-year history. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026