Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reinterpret

verb
/ˌriːɪnˈtɜːrprɪt/
Definition
To interpret in a new or different way.
Examples
  • It’s important to reinterpret historical events in light of new evidence.
  • The artist decided to reinterpret the classic piece with a modern twist.
  • Teachers may need to reinterpret the curriculum to better suit their students’ needs.
Meaning
Reinterpretation involves giving a new meaning or perspective to something that has already been understood or explained.
Synonyms
  • reassess
  • rethink
  • recast
  • reframe