revamp

verb

re·​vamp (ˌ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
revamped; revamping; revamps
Synonyms of revampnext

transitive verb

1
: remake, revise
The company revamped the design of its best-selling model.
2
: renovate, reconstruct
revamping a house
revamp
ˈrē-ˌvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
ri-ˈvamp
noun

Examples of revamp in a Sentence

The company has revamped the design of its best-selling car. the automaker is revamping a number of its cars in an effort to make them more appealing to younger consumers
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Its Chinese owners have pumped in capital, and revamped production lines. Andy Browne, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026 The Sacramento International Airport is approaching the end of its multi-year project revamping its concessions offerings. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 16 Mar. 2026 Chef Gerardo Gonzalez, formerly of El Rey and Lalito in New York City, revamped the culinary program at The Ranch to reflect a broader move toward personalization while remaining wellness-focused and purposeful. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026 Here is my Monday piece on the Dolphins’ revamped 17-player defensive back room and what to know on the new additions and the returnees. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for revamp

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of revamp was in 1850

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“Revamp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revamp. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.

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revamp

verb
re·​vamp (ˈ)rē-ˈvamp How to pronounce revamp (audio)
1
: to make like new again : renovate
2

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