verb
reinvent
ree-ihn-VEHNT
Reinvent (verb) means to change something so much that it feels completely new. Example: “The band reinvented itself with a completely different sound.”
verb
1
To change something so much that it feels completely new.
"The band reinvented itself with a completely different sound."
"She reinvented her career after leaving law for photography."
How to use reinvent
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo remake something so thoroughly it feels brand new.
Common mistake
The phrase "reinvent the wheel" means to waste effort recreating something that already works well.
Common pairings
reinvent yourself
reinvent the wheel
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- reinvents
- Past tense
- reinvented
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The band _____ itself with a completely different sound.
Rhymes for reinvent
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What does “reinvent” mean?
The word “reinvent” means to change something so much that it feels completely new. In plain terms, to remake something so thoroughly it feels brand new.
How do you pronounce “reinvent”?
“Reinvent” is pronounced ree-ihn-VEHNT (/ˌɹiɪnˈvɛnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “reinvent” in a sentence?
Here is “reinvent” used in a sentence: “The band reinvented itself with a completely different sound.”
What part of speech is “reinvent”?
“Reinvent” is a verb.
