Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
re-educate
verb
/ˌriːˈɛdʒʊkeɪt/
Definition
To educate someone again or differently, especially to change their beliefs or behavior.
Examples
- After the conflict, the organization aimed to re-educate former combatants to help them reintegrate into society.
- The school implemented programs to re-educate students about the importance of kindness and empathy.
- Re-educating employees about new company policies is essential for smooth transitions.
Meaning
Re-educating involves providing further instruction aimed at altering someone’s original understanding or perspective on a particular subject.
Synonyms
- retrain
- remediate
- reform
- retrain
