rebid
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈriːbɪd/
KK: /ˈriːbɪd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make a new offer or proposal, especially in an auction or contract situation, after the first bid has been made.
Example
After reviewing the project requirements, the company decided to rebid for the contract.
Tense Forms
Past: rebid
Past Participle: rebid
Conversation
Did you see that last round of the bridge game?
Yeah, it was intense! I thought you were going to win.
I should have rebid when I had the chance.
Definitely! It might have turned the game in your favor.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reoffer
restate
revise
Antonyms
withdraw
reject
abandon
transitive verb
Definition
To make a new offer or proposal for something, especially in a competitive situation like an auction or contract negotiation.
Example
The company decided to rebid for the project after reviewing the initial proposals.
Tense Forms
Past: rebid
Past Participle: rebid
Conversation
Did you see the latest bridge game last night?
Yeah, it was thrilling! I heard someone had to rebid after the first round.
That's right! It definitely changed the dynamics of the game.
Root Explanation
Rebid → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "bid" (from Old English "biddean", meaning to offer or request). The word "rebid" means to make an offer or request again.
Memory Tip
Think of making an offer 'again' ('re-') — that's why rebid means to bid once more.
Visually Confused Words
prebid
reid
redbird
rebuild
rebraid
ureid
rebud
rebed