Definition

To make something clean or pure again after it has been contaminated or polluted.

Example

The scientists worked to repurify the water after the spill.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just learned about ways to repurify water at home.

That's interesting! How does that work?

You can use filters to repurify it and make it safe to drink.

I should try that, especially with all the rainwater we collect.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repurify → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "purify" (from Latin "purificare", meaning to make pure). The word "repurify" means to make something pure again or to cleanse it once more.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'making pure' ('purify') — that's why repurify means to cleanse something again.

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