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

Join award-winning comic book creators for a look at the stories redefining horror, crime, fantasy, sci-fi, and genres that refuse to fit the mold. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Aug. 2026

Also on Wednesday, the National Republican Senatorial Committee released a memo effectively pleading with AI companies to spend money to redefine public perception on the issue. — Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 19 Aug. 2026

Mashburn said baby boomers are redefining retirement, right down to who runs the place. — Itay Hod, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

These big events are redefining strategy for every company in the ecosystem. — Alex Sherman,lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026