REVAMP Synonyms: 118 Similar and Opposite Words

revamp

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈvamp

Definition of revamp

as in to remodel

to make different in some way the automaker is revamping a number of its cars in an effort to make them more appealing to younger consumers

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as in to edit

to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating revamped the short story so that it would fit better with the magazine's other offerings

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as in to repair

to put into good shape or working order again it will be cheaper to replace the old machinery than it would be to revamp it

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Recent Examples of revamp Mozeliak has revamped the Angels’ front office, fired three coaches, made sweeping trades and changed the franchise’s draft strategy. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 Apple’s revamped version of Siri won’t launch in Europe because of the European Union’s rules. — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026 While Craig will get most of the attention, TCU’s revamped offensive line also had its struggles throughout the day. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2026 But Angry Ale’s has tried to revamp without becoming unrecognizable. — Evan Moore august 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for revamp

Recent Examples of Synonyms for revamp

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Emirates’ massive suite, which is perched over the center of Ashe, is being remodeled this year to emulate the spacious lounges and curved bar on its double-decker Airbus 380 planes.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The building went through an even bigger transformation in 2018, when the interior was stripped down to the studs and completely remodeled, Lange said.

— Evan Moore August 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of remodel

Verb

Technical skills matter, but so does knowing how to build trust, repair conflict, rekindle the connection, ask for help, set boundaries, and maintain close relationships.

— Suzan J. Song, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
Days said the focus of the project is not changing the machine's appearance or replacing a piece of Pittsburgh history, but repairing the internal components that have long been nonfunctional.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of repair

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Dodgers’ brass has refrained from dipping into its robust pool of outfield prospects, but the open roster spot could change their thinking.

— Katie Woo, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Unlocking the true nature of dark energy and dark matter could help astronomers understand what the universe is made of, how its expansion has changed over time, and if there is more to understanding gravity than meets the eye.

— Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of change

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Bills advanced by the Senate and Assembly aim to rework California’s climate spending, close an environmental review loophole and rein in electricity rates, among other efforts.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
The thriller follows a police detective who loses his memory, a premise Sabu used to rework his central character over the years the project spent in development.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of rework

Verb

Continuing to hold listening sessions at campuses all across the district is one way to rebuild the relationship with the community, Licata said.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026
The bathrooms were rebuilt, the patio was improved and more seating, shade and TVs were added over time.

— Evan Moore August 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of rebuild

Verb

After much deliberation, and not without controversy, NASA decided to fly the Artemis II heat shield as is but modify the spacecraft’s reentry trajectory.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026
The company says the fuel could increase the power output of an existing reactor by up to 10% without modifying its steam generators.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of modify

Verb

Contractors revised their plans, and additional testing was conducted to address community concerns about possible asbestos in the structure.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Top Plays from Bears @ Titans To be clear, the first version will likely be revised and massaged before the Bears arrive at their first meaningful practice of Week 1.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026

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