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Redeveloped: meaning, definitions and examples

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redeveloped

 

[ ˌriːdɪˈvɛləpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

urban planning

Redeveloped refers to the process of improving or updating an area or building that has already been developed. This can involve renovations, expansions, or complete overhauls to make the space more functional or appealing to its intended users.

Synonyms

refurbished, renovated, revamped, upgraded

Examples of usage

  • The city plans to redevelop the old park into a community center.
  • Many neighborhoods have been redeveloped to attract new businesses.
  • The abandoned factory was redeveloped into luxury apartments.

Translations

Translations of the word "redeveloped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reurbanizado

🇮🇳 पुनर्विकसित

🇩🇪 neu entwickelt

🇮🇩 diperbaharui

🇺🇦 перебудований

🇵🇱 przebudowany

🇯🇵 再開発された

🇫🇷 réaménagé

🇪🇸 reurbanizado

🇹🇷 yeniden geliştirilmiş

🇰🇷 재개발된

🇸🇦 إعادة تطوير

🇨🇿 přepracovaný

🇸🇰 prebudovaný

🇨🇳 重新开发

🇸🇮 preurejen

🇮🇸 endurbyggður

🇰🇿 қайта құрастырылған

🇬🇪 გადაკეთებული

🇦🇿 təkrar hazırlanmış

🇲🇽 reurbanizado

Etymology

The term 'redevelop' originated in the early 20th century, combining the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', with 'develop', which comes from the Latin 'developare'. The word 'develop' itself emerged in the mid-19th century and was linked to the concept of growth and expansion. The practice of redeveloping urban areas became more prevalent in the post-World War II period as cities sought to revitalize decaying neighborhoods. This trend was influenced by the need for more housing, commercial spaces, and improved infrastructure. Redevelopment projects often aim to preserve historical elements while modernizing spaces to meet contemporary needs. Over the years, the term has expanded to include not just physical spaces but also the restructuring of social and economic environments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,505 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.