Synonyms for

Reconstruct

Verb / ˌri:kʌˈnstrʌkt / Another word for reconstruct — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to build or create again

Synonyms & similar words

remodel redo retrace restore rebuild construct rebuild remake restore revive refurbish renovate recondition rehabilitate reestablish reerect reform remodel reorganize resurrect reconstitute restructure renew reestablishment reinstallation reinstatement

Synonyms by register

Formal

re-establish rebuild restore reorganize

Informal

fix up patch up put back together

Literary

re-edify re-create

Antonyms

destroy demolish ruin wreck smash annihilate demolish

Common collocations

  • reconstruct the building
  • reconstruct the scene
  • reconstruct the evidence
  • reconstruct the past
  • reconstruct the economy
  • reconstruct the bridge
  • reconstruct the argument

Word family

noun reconstruction
verb reconstruct
adjective reconstructive

Usage note

Often used in contexts of rebuilding after destruction or re-establishing a sequence of events. Be mindful of the context; 'reconstruct' implies putting something back together that was previously whole.

Example sentences

  1. The construction crew will reconstruct the old bridge.
  2. The archaeologist worked to reconstruct the ancient pottery.
  3. The company is planning to reconstruct their website.
  4. After the fire, the family had to reconstruct their home.
  5. The team had to reconstruct their strategy after losing their star player.

Quotes

  • We must reconstruct our society from the ground up, so that each person has the opportunity to succeed. -Bernie Sanders
  • The best way to predict the future is to invent it. Let's reconstruct our world. -Talal Abu-Ghazaleh
  • In order to change the world, you have to get your head together first. -Jimi Hendrix

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