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redefine

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌriːdɪˈfaɪn/

KK: /ˌriːdɪˈfaɪn/

verb
Definition

To give a new meaning or explanation to something that has already been defined.


Example

The committee decided to redefine the goals of the project to better align with current needs.


Tense Forms

Past: redefined

Past Participle: redefined


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how we might redefine success in our lives?
Sloth B
Definitely! It's not just about money or fame for me.
Sloth A
Right? I think we should redefine it based on happiness and fulfillment.
Sloth B
Exactly! That makes so much more sense.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reassess
revise
reconceptualize
Antonyms
misdefine
ignore
overlook
Root Explanation

Redefine → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "define" (from Latin "definire", meaning to limit or determine). The word "redefine" means to define something again or to change its definition.

Memory Tip

Think of defining something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'define' means to limit or determine.

Visually Confused Words
predefine
foredefine
refine
redfin
define
predefinite
predefiance
prerefine
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