rebuild
- 01 B1 Intermediate
v.to build something again after it was damaged or destroyed.
v.to construct a physical structure again after it has been demolished or damaged. Often used transitively with a direct object.
Simple“The city had to rebuild many houses after the heavy floods last year.”
In context“Following the earthquake, the government allocated significant funds to rebuild the historic district using modern seismic safety standards.”
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to make something like a relationship, a team, or a life better after a bad time.
v.to restore or strengthen an abstract entity, such as a reputation, relationship, or organisation, after a period of decline or failure.
Simple“It took several years for the two friends to rebuild their trust in each other.”
In context“The new CEO was hired specifically to rebuild the company's reputation after the public relations disaster of the previous summer.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of building something again, or the finished result.
n.the process or the specific instance of reconstructing something. Often used in technical or sports contexts.
Simple“The engine rebuild was expensive, but the car runs like new now.”
In context“The team's management announced a total rebuild, trading away veteran players to focus on developing younger talent for the future.”
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Usage rebuild their lives
“Some farmers are trying to rebuild through small-scale projects.”
“It will help them rebuild their community,” Sarah says.”
From re- + build.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.