Revamping: meaning, definitions and examples

🔄
Add to dictionary

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.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
revamping

Used when making improvements to something to make it more appealing or functional without completely changing it.

  • They are revamping the old website to offer a better user experience.
  • The hotel is revamping its rooms to attract more guests.
overhaul

Used when making extensive changes or repairs to something to improve its condition or performance.

  • The engine needed a complete overhaul to run smoothly again.
  • The city's public transportation system requires an overhaul to meet the growing demand.
modernize

Used when updating something to bring it up-to-date with current standards or technology.

  • The company decided to modernize its office with the latest technology.
  • We need to modernize our educational system to better serve today's students.
revise

Used when making changes to a document, plan, or work to improve it or make corrections.

  • The author decided to revise the manuscript before submitting it to the publisher.
  • We need to revise our marketing strategy based on the latest data.
restructure

Used when reorganizing the structure of an organization or system, often to improve efficiency or adapt to new conditions.

  • The company plans to restructure its departments to streamline operations.
  • The school district is restructuring its administration to better manage resources.

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.