verb B2 Upper-Intermediate

reorganize

Reorganize (verb) means to arrange or organize something again in a new way. Example: “The new manager reorganized the whole filing system.”

verb

To arrange or organize something again in a new way.

"The new manager reorganized the whole filing system."

"The company reorganized after the merger fell through."

How to use reorganize

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo restructure or rearrange something that was already organized, usually to make it work better.

UK vs US

British English also spells this "reorganise."

Word forms

reorganized past tense, reorganizes singular

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Etymology

From re-, "again," plus organize.

Synonyms

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revise

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reorganize” mean?

The word “reorganize” means to arrange or organize something again in a new way. In plain terms, to restructure or rearrange something that was already organized, usually to make it work better.

How do you use “reorganize” in a sentence?

Here is “reorganize” used in a sentence: “The new manager reorganized the whole filing system.”

What is another word for “reorganize”?

Words with a similar meaning to “reorganize” include revise.

What part of speech is “reorganize”?

“Reorganize” is a verb.

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