Synonyms of rethink

rethink

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈthiŋk 

as in to reconsider

to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal

since my efforts to solve this problem aren't working, I need to rethink my approach

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• maintain
• defend
• assert
• uphold

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rethink

Besides resorting to the World Trade Organization’s dispute settlement system, Washington also began to rethink the risks of overdependence on rare-earth imports. — Gloria Xiong, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

What are some other concrete steps that could be taken to bring independent filmmaking back to America besides rethinking those guild and union contracts? — Marlow Stern, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026

The goal isn’t to layer new technology onto existing workflows but to rethink the way those workflows operate. — Ido Geffen, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Sometimes the fastest way to improve access to healthcare is to rethink how the care gets to you. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026