English Reference
Verb

rebrand

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate re·brand

v.to change the name, logo, or image of a company or product to make it look new or different. You do this to attract a new group of customers or to improve your reputation.

v.to undergo a change in corporate identity, including the name, logo, or overall image, to improve public perception or target a different market. Often used in marketing and business strategy contexts.


SIMPLE

The company decided to rebrand itself as a green energy provider.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of declining sales, the fashion brand decided to rebrand with a more modern and youthful image.

COMPLEX

The rebrand was not merely a superficial change to the logo; it represented a fundamental shift in the company's core values and long-term strategic goals.

In 2024, Bonnier rebranded Berry-Dee for a younger, TikToking and true crime podcast-loving audience .

The Guardian· 15 Aug 2026

Blank Street rebranded last year, losing the word 'coffee' from its title and adopting a green hue.

BBC News· 28 May 2026

From re- + brand.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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