Definition

To change the size of something, making it larger or smaller.

Example

You can resize the image to fit the document better.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to resize this image for my project.

What dimensions are you aiming for?

I think I want it to be smaller, around 800 pixels wide.

Got it! Just make sure to keep the aspect ratio when you resize it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resize → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "size" (from Old French *sise*, meaning to set or fix). The word "resize" means to set or fix the size again, or to change the dimensions of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') when you change the 'size' of something — that's what resize means.

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