Rebuild — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)rē-ˈbild/ re·build

Meaning & Definition of Rebuild

Rebuild (verb)

  1. to make extensive repairs to, reconstruct
  2. to restore to a previous state
  3. to make extensive changes in, remodel

Rebuild (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to put into good shape again after having been destroyed or damaged

    "It took a long time to rebuild the ruined house after the hurricane."

    similar: fix up, furbish, overhaul, reconstruct, refurbish, rehab, rehabilitate, aid, cure, heal, help, condition, prepare, ready, care (for), maintain, service, freshen, refresh, refreshen, regenerate, rejuvenate, renew, restore, revitalize, revive, adjust, correct, modify, rectify, redress, reform, right, ameliorate, better, enhance, enrich, improve, meliorate, doctor, fix, mend, patch, recondition, renovate, repair, revamp
    opposite: blemish, break, damage, deface, disfigure, flaw, harm, hurt, impair, injure, mar, ruin, spoil, vandalize, wreck, cripple, disable, maim, mangle, mutilate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Rebuild

The most common words with a similar meaning to Rebuild:

fix up, furbish, overhaul, reconstruct, refurbish, rehab, rehabilitate, aid, cure, heal, help, condition, prepare, ready, care (for), maintain, service, freshen, refresh, refreshen, regenerate, rejuvenate, renew, restore, revitalize, revive, adjust, correct, modify, rectify, redress, reform, right, ameliorate, better, enhance, enrich, improve, meliorate, doctor

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Rebuild

Words with the opposite meaning of Rebuild:

blemish, break, damage, deface, disfigure, flaw, harm, hurt, impair, injure, mar, ruin, spoil, vandalize, wreck, cripple, disable, maim, mangle, mutilate

Word Forms of Rebuild

Inflections: rebuilt, rebuilding

Origin & Etymology of Rebuild

First known use: 1537t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Rebuild

Frequently Asked Questions about Rebuild

What does "Rebuild" mean?

"Rebuild" means to make extensive repairs to, reconstruct. As a verb, it is defined as: to make extensive repairs to, reconstruct.

What is another word for "Rebuild"?

Other words for "Rebuild" include fix up, furbish, overhaul, reconstruct, refurbish, rehab, rehabilitate and aid. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Rebuild" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Rebuild"?

There are 47 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Rebuild". Common alternatives include fix up, furbish, overhaul, reconstruct, refurbish, rehab, rehabilitate, aid, cure and heal.

What is the opposite of "Rebuild"?

Antonyms of "Rebuild" include blemish, break, damage, deface, disfigure, flaw, harm and hurt.

How do you use "Rebuild" in a sentence?

Examples of "Rebuild" in a sentence: "It took a long time to rebuild the ruined house after the hurricane.".

Is "Rebuild" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Rebuild" is a verb.

Is "Rebuild" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Rebuild" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Rebuild"?

"Rebuild" is pronounced /(ˌ)rē-ˈbild/ and divided into syllables as re·build.