Refit — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /(ˌ)rē-ˈfit/ (verb) /ˈrē-ˌfit/ (noun) re·fit

Meaning & Definition of Refit

Refit (verb)

  1. to fit out or supply again
  2. to obtain repairs or fresh supplies or equipment

Refit (noun)

  1. the action of refitting; especially, a refitting and renovating of a ship

Refit (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in transformation, modification

    similar: alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, revision, transformation, attunement, correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, adaptation, adaption, adjustment, conformation
    opposite: maladaptation

Refit (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in revamp, remodel

    similar: alter, convert, make over, modify, recast, reclaim, recycle, redesign, redevelop, redo, reengineer, refashion, refigure, refocus, reinvent, rejigger, remake, remodel, revamp, revise, rework, transform, readapt, readjust, acclimate, acclimatize, accommodate, adapt, adjust, condition, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor, attune, correct, harmonize, square, tune

  2. as in refurnish, reequip

    similar: reequip, refurnish, reoutfit, arm, fortify, prepare, allocate, allot, assign, apportion, deal (out), dispense, distribute, dole out, hand out, mete (out), parcel (out), portion, prorate, bestow, contribute, donate, give, present, stock, store, accoutre, equip, fit (out), furnish, gird, kit (up or out) (chiefly British), outfit, provision, rig, supply
    opposite: deprive, dispossess, divest, strip

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Refit

The most common words with a similar meaning to Refit:

Chiefly British: kit (up or out)
alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, revision, transformation, attunement, correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, adaptation, adaption, adjustment, conformation, alter, convert, make over, modify, recast, reclaim, recycle, redesign, redevelop, redo, reengineer, refashion, refigure, refocus, reinvent, rejigger, remake, remodel, revamp, revise, rework, transform

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Refit

Words with the opposite meaning of Refit:

maladaptation, deprive, dispossess, divest, strip

Word Forms of Refit

Inflections: refitted, refitting, refits

Origin & Etymology of Refit

First known use: 1666t

Frequently Asked Questions about Refit

What does "Refit" mean?

"Refit" means to fit out or supply again. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to fit out or supply again. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Refit"?

Other words for "Refit" include alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, revision, transformation, attunement and correction. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Refit" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Refit"?

There are 98 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Refit". Common alternatives include alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, revision, transformation, attunement, correction, harmonization and readaptation.

What is the opposite of "Refit"?

Antonyms of "Refit" include maladaptation, deprive, dispossess, divest and strip.

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

"Refit" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Refit"?

"Refit" is pronounced /(ˌ)rē-ˈfit/ as a verb and /ˈrē-ˌfit/ as a noun and divided into syllables as re·fit.

What is the origin of the word "Refit"?

First known use: 1666t.

What is another word for "Refit" meaning "as in transformation, modification"?

When "Refit" (noun) means as in transformation, modification, synonyms include alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, revision and transformation. Opposites in this sense include maladaptation.