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restructured

 

[riːˈstrʌktʃərd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

modification process

Restructured refers to the act of organizing something again or in a different way. This often involves changes to the framework, system, or format of something to improve its efficiency or effectiveness. Restructuring can apply to businesses, organizations, or even physical structures. It typically aims at solving issues, enhancing performance, or adapting to new situations. The process might include a full overhaul or just minor adjustments.

Synonyms

rearrange, reform, reorganize, revamp.

Examples of usage

  • The company restructured its teams to improve collaboration.
  • After the merger, the organization was restructured to align goals.
  • He restructured his essay to make his argument clearer.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the prefix 're-', meaning again, and 'structure', which means the way something is organized.
  • In English, 'structure' has roots in the Latin word 'structura', which implies building or arranging.

Business

  • Companies often restructure to improve efficiency, adapt to new markets, or recover from financial difficulties.
  • Restructuring can involve layoffs, mergers, changes in management, or shifting resources to different departments.

Psychology

  • In therapy, restructuring refers to changing negative thought patterns into positive ones, a process known as cognitive restructuring.
  • By challenging and changing harmful beliefs, individuals can improve their mental health and well-being.

Architecture

  • In architecture, restructuring might involve renovating a building, altering its design while keeping the original foundation.
  • Historic buildings are often restructured to meet modern standards without losing their cultural significance.

Technology

  • Many software systems undergo restructuring to enhance performance, fix bugs, and improve user experience.
  • In programming, code restructuring helps in making software more readable and maintainable for developers.

Translations

Translations of the word "restructured" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reestruturado

🇮🇳 पुनर्गठित

🇩🇪 umstrukturiert

🇮🇩 direstrukturisasi

🇺🇦 переструктурований

🇵🇱 restrukturyzowany

🇯🇵 再構築された

🇫🇷 restructuré

🇪🇸 reestructurado

🇹🇷 yeniden yapılandırılmış

🇰🇷 재구성된

🇸🇦 إعادة هيكلة

🇨🇿 přestrukturován

🇸🇰 preštruktúrovaný

🇨🇳 重组的

🇸🇮 prestrukturiran

🇮🇸 endurbyggt

🇰🇿 қайта құрылымдалған

🇬🇪 მოწვდილი

🇦🇿 yenidən qurulmuş

🇲🇽 reestructurado

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,758, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.