Resize: meaning, definitions and examples

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resize

[ rɪˈzaɪz ]

Verb

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image editing

To change the size of an image, typically by making it smaller or larger.

Synonyms

adjust, reshape, scale.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
resize	Use 'resize' when changing the dimensions of an image, window, or other graphical element, typically in a digital environment. I need to resize the photo to fit the website layout. Could you resize the window so it's easier to read?
adjust	Use 'adjust' when making small changes to the position, shape, or state of something to improve or correct it, applicable to both physical and abstract objects. He had to adjust the mirror to see the road clearly. She adjusted her schedule to fit in a workout.
scale	Use 'scale' in the context of changing the size, especially when maintaining proportions. Often refers to growth, measurement, or digital adjustments. We need to scale the graph to better display the data. This startup needs to scale its operations to meet demand.
reshape	Use 'reshape' when changing the form or structure of something significantly, often to give it a new function or appearance. The artist decided to reshape the sculpture for the exhibition. They need to reshape their marketing strategy to reach a broader audience.

Examples of usage

Can you resize this photo for me?
We need to resize these images to fit the website's dimensions.

Translations

Translations of the word "resize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 redimensionar

🇮🇳 पुनः आकार देना

🇩🇪 Größe ändern

🇮🇩 mengubah ukuran

🇺🇦 змінити розмір

🇵🇱 zmienić rozmiar

🇯🇵 サイズ変更

🇫🇷 redimensionner

🇪🇸 redimensionar

🇹🇷 yeniden boyutlandır

🇰🇷 크기 조정

🇸🇦 تغيير الحجم

🇨🇿 změnit velikost

🇸🇰 zmeniť veľkosť

🇨🇳 调整大小

🇸🇮 spremeniti velikost

🇮🇸 breyta stærð

🇰🇿 өлшемін өзгерту

🇬🇪 ზომის შეცვლა

🇦🇿 ölçüsünü dəyişdirmək

🇲🇽 redimensionar

Etymology

The word 'resize' originated in the late 20th century from the combination of 're-' (meaning 'again') and 'size'. It is commonly used in the context of digital images and graphic design to refer to the process of changing the dimensions of an image.