Remade: meaning, definitions and examples

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remade

 

[ rɪˈmeɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

recreate something

The term 'remade' is the past tense of the verb 'remake', which means to make something again or in a different way. It is often used when referring to films, songs, or other creative works that have been altered or updated from their original versions. It implies that the new version may have different elements or improvements while retaining some aspects of the original.

Synonyms

modified, reconstructed, renewed, revised

Examples of usage

  • The classic film was remade with a modern twist.
  • She remade the dress to fit her new style.
  • The artist remade the song to appeal to a younger audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "remade" in other languages:

🇵🇹 refeito

🇮🇳 फिर से बनाया हुआ

🇩🇪 neu gemacht

🇮🇩 dibuat ulang

🇺🇦 перероблений

🇵🇱 przerobiony

🇯🇵 再制作された

🇫🇷 refait

🇪🇸 rehacer

🇹🇷 yeniden yapıldı

🇰🇷 다시 제작된

🇸🇦 مُعاد صنعه

🇨🇿 přepracovaný

🇸🇰 prepracovaný

🇨🇳 重做的

🇸🇮 predelan

🇮🇸 endurgerður

🇰🇿 қайта жасалған

🇬🇪 جدید ساخته شده

🇦🇿 yenidən hazırlanmış

🇲🇽 refacido

Etymology

The word 'remade' is derived from the prefix 're-', which means 'again' or 'anew', combined with the verb 'make', which has Old English origins ('macian') meaning to create or form something. The construction of 'remade' follows the standard English pattern of modifying a verb with a prefix to indicate repetition or alteration. The use of 'remake' in the context of arts and media became increasingly popular in the 20th century, especially with the rise of Hollywood remakes of classic films. This trend often sparks debates about creativity, originality, and the value of revisiting and reinterpreting existing works. The history of 'remade' reflects the evolving nature of language and culture, particularly in the fields of music, film, and literature.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,867, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.