Synonyms of redefine

redefine

verb

ˌrē-di-ˈfīn 

as in to reconsider

to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal

learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reconsider
• revisit
• review
• rethink
• reexamine
• reevaluate
• reconceive
• reanalyze
• readdress
• go over
• reexplore
• reweigh
• think better of
• amend
• reimagine
• reconceptualize
• reassess
• reenvision
• change one's mind (about)
• rehear
• reappraise
• rectify
• revise
• remedy
• reinvestigate
• emend
• restudy
• correct
• reform

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• maintain
• defend
• assert
• uphold

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of redefine

Flat shoes particularly bring a sense of understated elegance to a granny-jeans look—from leather loafers to ankle boots, the combination of comfort and polish redefines everyday dressing. — Alex Sales, Glamour, 17 July 2026

To take this concept of a brick and completely redefine it within culture is a big feat. — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 16 July 2026

By suggesting that black holes actually radiate thermal energy, Hawking redefined them in such a way that suddenly the laws of thermodynamics could be applied to black holes. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 16 July 2026

The heat wave also redefined the city’s emergency response and disaster preparedness. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026