reinterpret
verb
re·in·ter·pret
ˌrē-ən-ˈtər-prət 
-pət
reinterpreted; reinterpreting; reinterprets
: to interpret again
specifically
: to give a new or different interpretation to
Examples of reinterpret in a Sentence
New information may force us to reinterpret the evidence.
The director wants to reinterpret the old play for a modern audience.
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Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 11 July 2025
Princess Diana's fashion journey has been reinterpreted by new generations, especially Gen-Z, who often see a story of autonomy and self-definition in her wardrobe.
—Michele Smith, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The restaurant reinterprets pan-Asian dishes with Afro-Caribbean flavors in a colorful setting with a nightlife flair.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 3 July 2025
This trending summer pant has been reinterpreted by Italian women with a blend of sophistication and casualness, adapting to new trends without losing the classic essence that characterizes the country's signature style.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 21 June 2025
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“Reinterpret.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reinterpret. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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reinterpret
verb
re·in·ter·pret
ˌrē-ən-ˈtər-prət
: to interpret again
especially
: to give a new or different interpretation to
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