Synonyms of rework

rework

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈwərk 

1

as in to modify

to make different in some way

the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape

Synonyms & Similar Words

• modify
• remodel
• change
• alter
• revise
• transform
• remake
• recast
• redo
• refashion
• revamp
• vary
• deform
• make over
• revolutionize
• mutate
• metamorphose
• transmute
• exchange
• transfigure
• retool
• convert
• commute
• regenerate
• rejigger

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• set
• fix
• stabilize
• freeze

2

as in to edit

to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating

the magazine will publish your poem if you rework it so that it's a little shorter

Synonyms & Similar Words

• edit
• revise
• read
• redraft
• revamp
• print
• publish
• amend
• compile
• polish
• rectify
• perfect
• correct
• reedit
• annotate
• issue
• touch up
• emend
• copyedit
• sub
• subedit
• redact
• abridge
• blue-pencil
• get out
• recopy
• anthologize
• collect
• fact-check
• engross
• red-pencil

Examples of rework in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Here’s a roundup of highlights, spotlighting essential designs reworked with crafty techniques, arty embellishments or simple, graphic lines to enhance the focus on textures and high-quality materials. —Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024

Titled Hamlet Hail to the Thief, the show will feature William Shakespeare’s text and the songs of Hail to the Thief, which have been reworked and orchestrated by Yorke for a cast of 20 musicians and actors. —Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 25 Sep. 2024

The album notably isn’t the first time St. Vincent has reworked one of her records. —Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024

Top trends: T-shirts worn off body/reworked, chartreuse, heeled mules, fit and flare mermaid skirts. —Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024