Resettle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)rē-ˈse-tᵊl/ re·set·tle

Meaning & Definition of Resettle

Resettle (verb)

  1. to settle (someone or something) again or anew; especially, to move (people) to a new place to live
  2. to become settled again or anew (as after disturbance or upheaval)

Resettle (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to move from one place to another

    "The couple grew tired of the harsh winters and ultimately decided to resettle down South in their retirement."

    similar: migrate, relocate, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, trek, trip, voyage, defect, emigrate, road-trip, gallivant, hop, jaunt, knock (about), perambulate, ramble, roam, rove, traipse, wander

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Resettle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Resettle:

migrate, relocate, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, trek, trip, voyage, defect, emigrate, road-trip, gallivant, hop, jaunt, knock (about), perambulate, ramble, roam, rove, traipse, wander

Word Forms of Resettle

Inflections: resettled, resettling

Derived words: resettlement (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Resettle

First known use: 1545

Frequently Asked Questions about Resettle

What does "Resettle" mean?

"Resettle" means to settle (someone or something) again or anew; especially, to move (people) to a new place to live. As a verb, it is defined as: to settle (someone or something) again or anew; especially, to move (people) to a new place to live.

What is another word for "Resettle"?

Other words for "Resettle" include migrate, relocate, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour and travel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Resettle" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Resettle"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Resettle". Common alternatives include migrate, relocate, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, trek and trip.

How do you use "Resettle" in a sentence?

Examples of "Resettle" in a sentence: "The couple grew tired of the harsh winters and ultimately decided to resettle down South in their retirement.".

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

"Resettle" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Resettle"?

"Resettle" is pronounced /(ˌ)rē-ˈse-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as re·set·tle.

What is the origin of the word "Resettle"?

First known use: 1545.

What is another word for "Resettle" meaning "to move from one place to another"?

When "Resettle" (verb) means to move from one place to another, synonyms include migrate, relocate, transfer, journey, peregrinate and pilgrimage.