Reinvent: meaning, definitions and examples

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reinvent

 

[ ˌriːɪnˈvɛnt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

technology

To create something new by reimagining existing concepts or products in a fresh and innovative way.

Synonyms

innovate, reimagine, revamp, transform

Examples of usage

  • Elon Musk is known for his ability to reinvent industries with his groundbreaking ideas.
  • The company decided to reinvent their flagship product to appeal to a younger demographic.
Context #2 | Verb

business

To make major changes or improvements to a business model, product, or service in order to stay competitive in the market.

Synonyms

rebrand, rejuvenate, restructure, revitalize

Examples of usage

  • In order to survive in the ever-changing market, the company had to reinvent itself.
  • The company's decision to reinvent its marketing strategy led to a significant increase in sales.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A new version or interpretation of something that already exists, often with a fresh perspective.

Synonyms

reimagination, reinterpretation, revisiting

Examples of usage

  • The artist's reinvent of a classic painting received mixed reviews from critics.
  • The book offers a reinvent of traditional fairy tales with a modern twist.

Translations

Translations of the word "reinvent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reinventar

🇮🇳 फिर से आविष्कार करना

🇩🇪 neu erfinden

🇮🇩 menciptakan kembali

🇺🇦 переконструювати

🇵🇱 wynaleźć na nowo

🇯🇵 再発明する

🇫🇷 réinventer

🇪🇸 reinventar

🇹🇷 yeniden icat etmek

🇰🇷 재발명하다

🇸🇦 إعادة اختراع

🇨🇿 znovu vynalézt

🇸🇰 znovu objaviť

🇨🇳 重新发明

🇸🇮 ponovno izumiti

🇮🇸 endurnýta

🇰🇿 қайта ойлап табу

🇬🇪 მחדשება

🇦🇿 yenidən ixtira etmək

🇲🇽 reinventar

Word origin

The word 'reinvent' originates from the combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'invent' meaning 'to create'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century, evolving from the Latin word 'reinventare'. The concept of reinvention has been prevalent in various fields such as technology, business, and art, where individuals or organizations strive to innovate and adapt to changing circumstances.

See also: invented, invention, inventions, inventive, inventively, inventiveness, inventor, inventors, inventory, reinvention.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,659, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.