Definition

To explain or understand something in a new or different way.

Example

The artist decided to reinterpret the classic painting with modern techniques.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just finished reading that book again.

Oh really? Did you reinterpret it differently this time?

Definitely! I noticed themes I missed before.

That's awesome! It's interesting how our perspectives change.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reinterpret → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "interpretari" (meaning to explain or translate). The word means to explain or translate something again, often in a new way or context.

Memory Tip

Think of explaining something 'again' ('re-') — that's why reinterpret means to provide a new explanation.

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