Word
redistribute
Phoneticsre·dis·tribute
US/ˌɹidɪˈstɹɪbjut/
UK/ɹˌiːdɪstɹˈɪbjuːt/
Definition
v. to give out something again, often to different people or places. You use this when you want to share resources more fairly or move them to where they are needed.
v. to distribute something again, typically to different recipients or locations. Often implies a shift in the allocation of resources or power.
Examples
“The government plans to redistribute the tax money to poor families.”
“After the storm destroyed the local crops, the charity had to redistribute the remaining food supplies to several neighboring villages.”
“Economists argue that while the initial policy increased efficiency, the subsequent redistribution of wealth was necessary to maintain social stability and ensure long-term economic growth.”
Examples
simple
“The government plans to redistribute the tax money to poor families.”
contextual
“After the storm destroyed the local crops, the charity had to redistribute the remaining food supplies to several neighboring villages.”
complex
“Economists argue that while the initial policy increased efficiency, the subsequent redistribution of wealth was necessary to maintain social stability and ensure long-term economic growth.”
Real-World Examples
“This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.” Etymology
From re- + distribute.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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