RE WORKED Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

reworked

verb

past tense of rework

as in modified

to make different in some way the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

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as in edited

to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating the magazine will publish your poem if you rework it so that it's a little shorter

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Recent Examples of reworked For example, unlike a traditional office layout, each apartment unit must have at least one bathroom and a kitchen, which means the plumbing must be reworked. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 8 July 2026 It was reworked into a rocker but retains an undeniable Jamaican rhythm. — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026 That’s notable when looking at more – relatively speaking – affordable rights like the English Premier (up for a new deal after the 2027-28 season) and Major League Soccer (reworked Apple deal now ends after the 2028-29 campaign). — John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Unlike straw or lower-grade wool blends, beaver felt can be reworked without collapsing its structure, which is what allows hats to be reshaped by hand rather than stamped out of a mold. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026 Mecklenburg County’s history with emissions testing The General Assembly proposed review of the EPA law, would allow the SIP to be reworked in order to exclude Mecklenburg County from the emissions program. — Maveah Griffith, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026 Google has openly opposed the DMA, calling for the law to be reworked. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 29 June 2026 But several Johnson opponents argued the ordinance would place too large a burden on neighborhood landlords and should be reworked alongside them. — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 Hell of a town as one of our old anthems says, one that needs to be reworked these days. — Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 27 June 2026

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In that version, the film was 11 minutes longer and featured more of Krem, the main villain, pulled and heavily modified from the comics.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
With heat indices expected to climb into the triple digits, Freedom 250 organizers modified the schedule to reduce attendees' exposure during the hottest part of the day.

— Mike Stunson, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of modified

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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.

— KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026

Definition of edited

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This remodeled 1905 home sits in historic downtown with a wraparound porch and elder trees on the property.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
The restaurant has been completely remodeled and has added several new menu items since a May 9, 2025, roof fire.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026

Definition of remodeled

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This 12-jurist body oversees the activities of Iran’s parliament, determining if laws passed are compatible with sharia and can demand that legislation be revised.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Sacramento-area districts, including Twin Rivers and Folsom Cordova, are implementing the law through existing or recently revised policies that carve out exceptions for emergencies, medical needs and noninstructional time.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of revised

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On top of that, ESPN announcers said the humidity changed the consistency of the buns.

— Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
The composition of the bar changed dramatically as many Loyalist lawyers departed, others were jailed and younger lawyers assumed responsibilities previously held by members of the colonial establishment.

— Joseph Andrew, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of changed

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Many events and characters from the novel are expanded upon or altered, but are drawn from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s own history.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
And the name update came during what might be the final comeback attempt for the 34-year-old, who has continued working his way back after injuries dramatically altered the trajectory of his career.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of altered

Verb

In Sunny Isles Beach, another town that’s been remade by major development projects, the Bentley Residences tower is expected to be completed this year.

— Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Of course, there are only so many bad movies that are ripe to be remade; only so many movies that are famous enough to feel like safe investments, but also flawed enough to guarantee that Hollywood executives will feel like creative geniuses for improving upon them.

— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Nov. 2025

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