Reinvented: meaning, definitions and examples

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reinvented

 

[ ˌriːɪnˈvɛntɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Reinvented is the past tense of the verb reinvent, which means to change something so much that it appears to be entirely new. This term is often used in the context of innovation, creativity, and transformation in various fields.

Synonyms

redesigned, reimagined, revamped, transformed

Examples of usage

  • They reinvented the way we think about education.
  • The company has reinvented itself multiple times over the decades.
  • She reinvented her personal style to match her new lifestyle.

Translations

Translations of the word "reinvented" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reinventado

🇮🇳 फिर से आविष्कार किया गया

🇩🇪 neu erfunden

🇮🇩 diciptakan kembali

🇺🇦 перезавантажений

🇵🇱 wynaleziony na nowo

🇯🇵 再発明された

🇫🇷 réinventé

🇪🇸 reinventado

🇹🇷 yeniden icat edilmiş

🇰🇷 재발명된

🇸🇦 تم إعادة اختراعه

🇨🇿 znovu vynalezeno

🇸🇰 znovu vynájdené

🇨🇳 重新发明的

🇸🇮 ponovno izumljen

🇮🇸 endurgerður

🇰🇿 қайта ойлап табылған

🇬🇪 ახალი გამოგონება

🇦🇿 yenidən icad edilmiş

🇲🇽 reinventado

Word origin

The word 'reinvent' is formed from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back' and the verb 'invent' from Latin 'invenire', which means 'to find' or 'to discover'. The usage of 'reinvent' emerged in the 19th century, reflecting the notion of rediscovering or repurposing ideas, practices, or products to create something new. Over time, the term has been popularized in various domains, ranging from business to technology and personal development, often emphasizing the dynamic nature of growth and adaptation. It suggests a process of innovation and progression, particularly in contexts where existing models are inadequate or obsolete, denoting a shift towards creative thinking and novel solutions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,920, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.