Redesign: meaning, definitions and examples

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redesign

 

[ riːdɪˈzaɪn ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

website

To redesign something means to make changes to its appearance, structure, or functionality in order to improve it. It often involves creating a new design or layout to enhance the user experience.

Synonyms

modernize, overhaul, revamp, rework.

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Word Description / Examples
redesign

Use when you want to make changes to the layout or structure of something to improve or update it.

  • We need to redesign our website to make it more user-friendly.
  • The company plans to redesign its product packaging.
revamp

Use when you are making changes to improve the appearance or function of something, usually implying a significant but not a total change.

  • They are going to revamp their marketing strategy.
  • The hotel lobby was revamped to attract more guests.
rework

Use when you need to make adjustments or improvements to something that is already in place. Often used to denote smaller-scale changes or corrections.

  • She had to rework the report to include the latest data.
  • The script will be reworked to better fit the director's vision.
overhaul

Use when making extensive changes, repairs, or improvements, often involving a thorough examination and a revamp. This word suggests a comprehensive approach.

  • The engine needs a complete overhaul.
  • The company is planning to overhaul its entire business strategy.
modernize

Use when you are making something more current or up-to-date, often by incorporating new technologies or methods.

  • They decided to modernize the office with the latest equipment.
  • The city plans to modernize its public transportation system.

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to redesign their website to make it more user-friendly.
  • After receiving feedback from customers, the team decided to redesign the app interface.
  • The designer was hired to redesign the company's logo to give it a more modern look.

Translations

Translations of the word "redesign" in other languages:

🇵🇹 redesign

🇮🇳 पुनः डिज़ाइन

🇩🇪 neu gestalten

🇮🇩 perancangan ulang

🇺🇦 переробка

🇵🇱 przeprojektowanie

🇯🇵 再設計

🇫🇷 reconception

🇪🇸 rediseño

🇹🇷 yeniden tasarlamak

🇰🇷 재설계

🇸🇦 إعادة التصميم

🇨🇿 přepracování

🇸🇰 prepracovanie

🇨🇳 重新设计

🇸🇮 preoblikovanje

🇮🇸 endurnýting

🇰🇿 қайта жобалау

🇬🇪 ახალი დიზაინი

🇦🇿 yenidənqurma

🇲🇽 rediseño

Etymology

The word 'redesign' originated in the early 19th century, combining 're-' meaning 'again' and 'design'. It first appeared in English to refer to the act of designing something again or differently to improve it. Over the years, the term has become commonly used in various fields such as graphic design, web design, and product development.

See also: design, designable, designatable, designate, designated, designating, designation, designator, designed, designee, designer, designers, designing, designs, overdesign, overdesigning, predesigned, undesignated.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,819, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.