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reconceive

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˌriː.kənˈsiːv//

KK: /rɪˈkɒnˌsiːv/

adjective
Definition

To think of or create something in a new way or to change the way something is understood or imagined.


Example

The artist decided to reconceive her work to reflect modern themes.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how to reconceive your daily routine?
Sloth B
Not really, but it sounds interesting! What do you mean?
Sloth A
I think we could make it more efficient and enjoyable if we reconceive how we approach tasks.
Sloth B
That makes sense! Sometimes a fresh perspective can really improve things.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rethink
reimagine
reformulate
Antonyms
ignore
dismiss
neglect
Root Explanation

Reconceive → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "concipere" (meaning to conceive or form an idea). The word "reconceive" means to conceive or form an idea again or in a new way.

Memory Tip

Think of 'conceiving' an idea 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'concipere' means to conceive.

Visually Confused Words
preconceive
preconceived
foreconceive
conceive
preconcessive
preconcertive
conceiver
preconceivable
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