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recast

 

[ riːˈkæst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

film production

To recast means to assign a new actor to a role in a film, play, or other performance that was originally filled by another actor. This can occur for various reasons, including scheduling conflicts, creative decisions, or an actor’s departure from the project. Recasting can significantly impact the audience's perception of the character and the overall narrative. It is a common practice in the entertainment industry, but it can also be controversial among fans.

Synonyms

reassign, replace, reshuffle

Examples of usage

  • After the lead actor left the project, the studio decided to recast the role.
  • The director explained why they chose to recast a character in the sequel.
  • Fans were surprised when the beloved character was recast in the new series.
Context #2 | Verb

general use

In a broader sense, to recast can mean to change the form or presentation of something. This might involve altering the style, structure, or context in which something is presented. Recasting can be applicable in various fields, such as literature, education, and discourse, where ideas or formats are modified to achieve a different impact or audience reach.

Synonyms

reframe, reinterpret, rework

Examples of usage

  • The teacher decided to recast the lesson to make it more engaging.
  • She recast the old story into a modern context for her audience.
  • The artist recast the sculpture to give it a new perspective.

Translations

Translations of the word "recast" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reformulação

🇮🇳 पुनः प्रस्तुत करना

🇩🇪 Neufassung

🇮🇩 mengubah

🇺🇦 переклад

🇵🇱 przerobienie

🇯🇵 再構成する

🇫🇷 reformulation

🇪🇸 reformulación

🇹🇷 yeniden düzenleme

🇰🇷 재구성

🇸🇦 إعادة صياغة

🇨🇿 přepracování

🇸🇰 prepracovanie

🇨🇳 重塑

🇸🇮 preoblikovanje

🇮🇸 endursko

🇰🇿 қайта құру

🇬🇪 ახალი ფორმულირება

🇦🇿 yenidən qurma

🇲🇽 reformulación

Etymology

The term 'recast' originates from the combination of the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and 'cast', which has roots in Old English 'castian', meaning 'to throw' or 'to shape'. Initially used in the context of metalworking, where materials were reshaped by pouring molten metal into a mold, 'recast' was gradually adopted in broader contexts, specifically in the arts and performance industries. Its application has expanded over time to include the reassignment of roles, ideas, or forms in various fields. The formal use of 'recast' in performance relates to the mid-20th century, reflecting the dynamic nature of the entertainment industry and its need to adapt to changing circumstances. Today, 'recast' is widely recognized and used in both informal and formal discussions about creative works and their adaptation.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,419, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.