revamp
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈriːvæmp/
KK: /ˈriːvæmp/
noun
Definition
A complete reorganization or revision of something, often to improve it or make it more modern.
Example
The company decided to do a revamp of its marketing strategy to attract more customers.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new revamp of the local park?
Yeah, I saw some photos online — it looks amazing!
I think it really needed that revamp to make it more inviting.
Absolutely! I can't wait to check it out this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
overhaul
rework
revise
Antonyms
deterioration
decline
degradation
transitive verb
Definition
To make changes or improvements to something, often to update or modernize it.
Example
The company decided to revamp its website to attract more customers.
Tense Forms
Past: revamped
Past Participle: revamped
Conversation
I was thinking of ways to revamp my living room this weekend.
That sounds like a fun project! What do you have in mind?
Maybe I'll start by changing the color of the walls and getting new furniture to revamp the whole vibe.
Root Explanation
Revamp is formed from the prefix "re-" (meaning again) and the root "vamp" (which is derived from the word "vamp" in the sense of to patch or repair, originally from the Old French "avant" meaning front or forepart). The word "revamp" means to renovate or improve something again, often by making repairs or updates.
Memory Tip
Think of 'doing something again' ('re-') to 'patch or repair' ('vamp') — that's why revamp means to renovate or improve something.
Visually Confused Words
relamp
vamp
reap
ream
ramp