Word
restructuring
Definitions
01organizational change
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Academic
n. a big change in how a company or group is organized.
n. the act of reorganizing the internal structure of an entity, typically involving changes in hierarchy, departments, or personnel.
“The company announced a major restructuring that will merge three departments into one.”
“Following the merger, the board initiated a comprehensive restructuring to eliminate redundant roles and streamline the decision-making process.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general process.
Teaching tip
In business contexts, this is often a euphemism for job cuts or layoffs.
Synonyms
02financial debt change
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Technical · Formal
n. changing the terms of a debt or loan to make it easier to pay back.
n. the process of modifying the terms of debt obligations to improve liquidity or avoid default.
“The bank agreed to a debt restructuring to help the small business stay open.”
“The sovereign debt restructuring required intense negotiations with international creditors to extend the repayment period and reduce interest rates.”
Usage
Frequently appears in the phrase 'debt restructuring'.
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“Restructuring a molecule without rebuilding it from scratch is an increasingly important goal in modern organic chemistry.” “The business, still owned by Ashley but run by his son-in-law Michael Murray, this month bought luxury department store Harvey Nichols and promised a "significant restructuring" of the business.” - 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
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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