rearm
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈɑːrm/
KK: /rɪˈɑrm/
intransitive verb
Definition
To prepare or equip oneself again with weapons or resources.
Example
After the battle, the soldiers had to rearm before the next fight.
Tense Forms
Past: rearmed
Past Participle: rearmed
Conversation
I need to rearm my equipment before we head out tomorrow.
Good idea! It's always better to be prepared.
Yeah, I don't want to be caught off guard like last time.
Exactly, let's make sure we're fully ready this time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rearmament
rearmament
Antonyms
disarm
dismantle
deactivate
transitive verb
Definition
To provide someone or something with weapons again or to supply with improved weapons.
Example
The country decided to rearm its military forces to strengthen its defense.
Tense Forms
Past: rearmed
Past Participle: rearmed
Conversation
Did you hear they decided to rearm the team for the next season?
Yeah, I think it's a smart move to get better players.
Exactly! They really need to rearm with some fresh talent.
Root Explanation
Rearm → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "arm" (from Old English "earm", meaning to equip or provide with weapons). The word "rearm" means to equip or provide with weapons again.
Memory Tip
Think of 'arming' someone 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'arm' means to equip.
Visually Confused Words
rewarm
reharm
prearm
ream
reswarm
realarm
forearm
firearm