revamp

American  

[ree-vamp, ree-vamp] / riˈvæmp, ˈriˌvæmp /

verb (used with object)

1. to renovate, redo, or revise.

   We've decided to revamp the entire show.

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noun

1. an act or instance of restructuring, reordering, or revising something; overhaul.

   a revamp of the nation's foreign policy.

revamp British  

/ riːˈvæmp /

verb

1. to patch up or renovate; repair or restore

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noun

1. something that has been renovated or revamped

2. the act or process of revamping

Other Word Forms

• revamper noun
• revamping noun
• revampment noun

Etymology

Origin of revamp

An Americanism dating back to 1840–50; re- + vamp ¹

Example Sentences

Any revamped trade deals would also filter through to the stores where people shop.

From MarketWatch

In Kennedy’s revamped childhood vaccine schedule, the CDC is already recommending one dose of the HPV vaccine instead of two.

From Salon

The spread of drones has forced a revamp of air defence systems.

From Barron's

This year's busy esports season for "Siege" follows on from last year's revamp of its systems and graphics, which "laid the foundations for the 10 years ahead," he added.

From Barron's

After the first 30 minutes, Naumov said he was rolling his eyes the way children often do, but he understood the message: They were going to work together and revamp everything they do.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• clean
• overhaul
• refurbish
• rehabilitate
• remake
• remodel
• repair
• restore
• revitalize
• revive
• update