Synonyms of repairing

repairing 1 of 2

noun

as in repair

Related Words

• repair
• fixing
• mending
• reform
• modification
• rectification
• amendment
• alteration
• adjustment
• remodeling
• correction
• reworking
• change
• reconstruction
• overhaul
• reformation
• revision
• difference
• redesign
• transformation
• revamping
• remaking
• revise
• variation
• reconversion
• redoing
• conversion
• refashioning
• replacement
• tweak
• transition
• changeover
• metamorphosis
• redo
• shift
• deformation
• distortion
• review
• displacement
• substitution
• disfigurement
• transmutation
• transfiguration
• mutation
• supplantation

Dissimilar Words

• fixation
• stabilization

repairing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of repair

1

as in restoring

to bring back to a former condition or vigor

it will take some time to repair your energy after a bout with the flu

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restoring
• reviving
• recreating
• renovating
• renewing
• refreshing
• replenishing
• regenerating
• redeveloping
• revitalizing
• recharging
• refurbishing
• resuscitating
• freshening
• rejuvenating
• remodeling
• overhauling
• redesigning
• revivifying
• rehabilitating
• reconditioning
• refreshening
• refilling
• reclaiming
• reconstituting
• remaking
• updating
• reengineering
• redoing
• modernizing
• resupplying
• rehabbing
• making over

2

as in fixing

to put into good shape or working order again

having trouble finding someone who repairs audio components

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fixing
• rebuilding
• reconstructing
• restoring
• overhauling
• patching
• renovating
• reconditioning
• revamping
• adjusting
• mending
• modifying
• doctoring
• renewing
• maintaining
• refurbishing
• improving
• preparing
• helping
• regenerating
• servicing
• aiding
• curing
• healing
• reviving
• refreshing
• conditioning
• fixing up
• furbishing
• rectifying
• revitalizing
• reforming
• correcting
• readying
• redressing
• rejuvenating
• enhancing
• righting
• ameliorating
• freshening
• enriching
• bettering
• caring (for)
• refreshening
• meliorating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• wrecking
• breaking
• damaging
• hurting
• injuring
• impairing
• ruining
• harming
• spoiling
• defacing
• marring
• disfiguring
• vandalizing
• disabling
• crippling
• mutilating
• blemishing
• flawing
• mangling
• maiming

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of repairing

Noun

The damage-repairing, growth-boosting shampoo is also a favorite of Jennifer Garner’s. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 26 June 2026

Verb

Energy experts have said all along that repairing this damage would take some time, even if a sustainable peace deal was reached. — John Cassidy, New Yorker, 13 July 2026

That includes, but is not limited to, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, parks and public facilities; repairing and replacing aging infrastructure and storm drains; fire protection, paramedics, crime prevention and emergency response. — Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2026

Finally, for complex tasks, split one large prompt into multiple simpler ones—for drafting, checking, and repairing—to achieve better results. — Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

This includes repairing leaky roofs, providing clean drinking water and improving security infrastructure at each of its campuses. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026

In addition to the pump and other aforementioned components, the purchase includes a patch kit for repairing punctured beams or base. — New Atlas, 9 July 2026

Wiping down shower walls after bathing, repairing dripping faucets, and allowing sinks and tubs to dry between uses can all make a noticeable difference. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 9 July 2026

Ricardo Lopez, principal at RJ Heisenbottle Architects, said restoring the stadium will involve carefully repairing the original structure rather than replacing it. — Miami Herald, 7 July 2026

Carpino retired in April, without ever explaining what was not right in the organization or, based on the standings, repairing it. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026