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revamping

 

[ rɪˈvampɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

business

To make changes to something in order to improve it or make it more modern. This can involve restructuring, redesigning, or updating processes, systems, or products.

Synonyms

modernize, overhaul, restructure, revise

Examples of usage

  • The company is revamping its marketing strategy to target a younger audience.
  • After receiving feedback from customers, the website is being revamped to improve user experience.
  • The management team is revamping the organizational structure to increase efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "revamping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reforma

🇮🇳 पुनर्गठन

🇩🇪 Umgestaltung

🇮🇩 perombakan

🇺🇦 перебудова

🇵🇱 przebudowa

🇯🇵 改革

🇫🇷 réorganisation

🇪🇸 reorganización

🇹🇷 yeniden yapılanma

🇰🇷 재편성

🇸🇦 إعادة الهيكلة

🇨🇿 přestavba

🇸🇰 prestava

🇨🇳 改造

🇸🇮 prenova

🇮🇸 enduruppbygging

🇰🇿 қайта құру

🇬🇪 გადაკეთება

🇦🇿 yenidənqurma

🇲🇽 reorganización

Etymology

The word 'revamp' is believed to have originated in the early 19th century, combining the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back' with the verb 'vamp' which means 'to patch up or repair'. Originally used in the context of repairing shoes or clothes, it has evolved to refer to a broader process of making improvements or changes.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,992, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.