Synonyms of redefining

redefining

verb

present participle of redefine

as in reconsidering

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

• reconsidering
• revisiting
• reviewing
• rethinking
• reexamining
• reevaluating
• reconceiving
• readdressing
• reanalyzing
• reexploring
• going over
• reweighing
• amending
• thinking better of
• reconceptualizing
• reimagining
• reassessing
• reenvisioning
• reappraising
• changing one's mind (about)
• rehearing
• rectifying
• revising
• remedying
• reforming
• reinvestigating
• emending
• restudying
• correcting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• maintaining
• defending
• asserting
• upholding

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of redefining

In an era dominated by physical defenders, Baresi distinguished himself through his reading of the game, redefining the sweeper role by combining defensive authority with the ability to launch attacks from deep. — CNN Money, 31 July 2026

Prediction markets are redefining how society assesses uncertainty. — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 29 July 2026

This transformation is already redefining the space sector, from orbital manufacturing and commercial stations to services supporting communications, navigation, logistics, agriculture and financial transactions. — Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The new library entrance is one of the latest examples of how Trump is redefining America's relationship with Canada. — Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 29 July 2026

By late 2025, however, Congress was considering proposals to close loopholes by redefining hemp to include every form of the plant, regardless of the level of active ingredients. — Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 27 July 2026

The studios are in such a state of stalemate, struggling and redefining themselves by merging. — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 23 July 2026

At Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Summit, hospitality leaders explained why authentic care and personalized moments are redefining great service. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

The brand that helped innovate the entire pop-up camper van category is redefining the space once again. — New Atlas, 15 July 2026