Definition

To build or improve something again after it has been destroyed or damaged.

Example

After the storm, the community worked together to reedify the damaged homes.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the plan to reedify the old library?

Yeah, I think it's a great idea!

It's nice to see them wanting to reedify such an important place in our community.

Absolutely! It will be nice to have a space like that again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reedify is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "edify" (from Latin "aedificare", meaning to build). The word means to build again or restore something to its former state.

Memory Tip

Think of 'building again' — 're-' means again, and 'edify' means to build.

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