reconversion

noun

Definition of reconversionnext
as in reconstruction
the act, process, or result of changing again The planning board has laid out a proposal for the reconversion of the converted paper mills.

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Recent Examples of reconversion Yet the reconversion into a mosque preserved much of the Crusader church, and the majority of the nave and the western portal were still visible in modern times. — Stephennie Mulder, The Conversation, 17 Jan. 2024 Maenza and Haider met for the first time in person at a reception following an ecumenical prayer service lamenting the reconversion of the Hagia Sophia into a mosque. — Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 19 July 2021 Today and for 40 years the ancient quarries have known an artistic reconversion. — Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 7 May 2021 In Erdogan's view, questioning the reconversion of Hagia Sophia was an attack on Turkish sovereignty. — Nick Danforth, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconversion
  1. reconstruction
  2. redesign
  3. overhaul
  4. reformation
  5. modification
Noun
  • Unless reconstruction or repair is required, most people do not have to undergo surgery to reduce their discomfort.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 30 July 2026
  • Detectives also partnered with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which produced a facial reconstruction of the victim and circulated her image publicly.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of reconstruction
Noun
  • Ernie Els' redesign reversed the back-nine routing and rebuilt every green and fairway from the ground up.
    — Mike Dojc, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Engineers had to solve complex technical challenges along the way, including a complete redesign of the engine anti-ice system to prevent overheating conditions discovered during test flights.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of redesign
Noun
  • To the extent that local governments create financial burdens for the state, those burdens can be addressed on their own, without requiring an overhaul of Illinois local government.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The impact on school meal programs stems from the OBBBA's overhaul of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the formal name of the food stamp program.
    — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of overhaul
Noun
  • Years after his dad’s reformation, Jonah sits on a bench at the Broncos’ practice facility in Dove Valley, gazing out at the green expanse of his future.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 June 2026
  • In addition to scarf tops, asymmetrical hems are having a moment, which is exactly how this Reformation set ended up on the list.
    — Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Definition of reformation
Noun
  • The research that was conducted in Wuhan with federal support involved modifications to bat viruses to study their potential impact on humans.
    — Joe Walsh, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This includes mandatory cybersecurity training for staff, improvements to digital and human procedures including ACH payment verification processes, and controls within financial workflows, as well as modifications to IT staffing, said Gale.
    — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of modification

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“Reconversion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconversion. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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