remodel

[ ree-mod-l ]

verb (used with object)

, re·mod·eled, re·mod·el·ing or (especially British) re·mod·elled, re·mod·el·ling.

1. to model again.
2. to reconstruct; make over.

   Synonyms: repair, re-create, renovate, renew

remodel

verb

1. to change or alter the structure, style, or form of (something)

   expand and remodel the kitchen

2. to model again in clay, wax, etc; remould

noun

1. something that has been remodelled

Other Words From

• re·model·er especially British, re·model·ler noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of remodel¹

First recorded in 1780–90; re- + model

Example Sentences

After receiving rave reviews — and four Olivier Awards, including best musical — it transferred to Broadway for the 2024-25 season, becoming the first big show to reopen in the newly remodeled Palace Theatre.

From Los Angeles Times

Here’s hoping a similarly bad remodel job doesn’t happen here.

From Los Angeles Times

The decision comes one day after the council voted to support ending a rule that allows for renters to be evicted when landlords substantially remodel their buildings.

From Los Angeles Times

The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday voted in support of eliminating a rule that allows renters to be evicted when landlords remodel their buildings.

From Los Angeles Times

Many of the locations to be shuttered are too old to be remodeled or are in unprofitable areas, Dunn said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• fix up
• modernize
• overhaul
• rebuild
• recondition
• redesign
• refurbish
• rehabilitate
• remake
• renovate
• restore
• revamp
• upgrade