reimagine

[ ree-i-maj-in ]

verb (used with object)

1. to think about or consider in a new and creative way: Each of the forty short stories reimagines a moment from the original film, but through the eyes of a supporting character.

   For decades, Walt Disney would strive to reimagine the typical amusement park as a theme park, an idealized salute to America's past and a nod to an experimental vision for its future.

   Each of the forty short stories reimagines a moment from the original film, but through the eyes of a supporting character.

2. to create or imagine a new lifestyle or identity for (oneself):

   It was a song written to help him transform and reimagine himself in the aftermath of his parent's divorce.

Word History and Origins

Origin of reimagine¹

First recorded in 1825–30; re- ( def ) + imagine ( def )

Example Sentences

Here’s how our contributors are reimagining fall desserts, with stories and inspiration to guide you to your next favorite treat.

From Salon

Federer added that Nadal made him "reimagine" his game, to the extent that the Swiss changed the size of his racquet head.

From BBC

When it comes to reuse, scaling up and sourcing are issues yet to be solved, but emerging designers are willing and excited to get creative to reimagine the current system — they just need more support.

From Los Angeles Times

FX’s highest profile and most acclaimed limited series before “Say Nothing” is “Shogun,” a reimagining of a Reagan-era bestseller told from the Japanese perspective.

From Salon

Sir David Behan, the OfS chairman, says a university going bust “isn’t imminent now”, but to reduce the risk higher education needs to be “radically reimagined”.

From BBC