Synonyms for

Retake

Verb / ˈri:ˈteɪk / / ri:ˈteɪk / Another word for retake — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To take again or to take back.

Synonyms & similar words

recapture reclaim regain recover recoup redeem repossess repurchase retrieve reacquire reassume reestablish reinstate reoccupy resume resummon recapture recollect recollect

Synonyms by register

Formal

reconsider re-examine review

Informal

redo do over try again

Literary

reclaim recapture

Antonyms

abandon forgo relinquish waive yield surrender

Common collocations

  • retake the exam
  • retake the test
  • retake the picture
  • retake the shot
  • retake the class
  • retake the course
  • retake the lead

Word family

noun retake
verb retake

Usage note

The verb 'retake' is commonly used in academic contexts for exams or tests. The noun 'retake' refers to the act of taking something again, often an exam.

Example sentences

  1. I need to retake the picture because someone blinked.
  2. Can I retake the test if I fail?
  3. I want to retake the class to improve my understanding.
  4. I need to retake my driving test to get my license.
  5. I am going to retake the exam to get a better score.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. -Winston Churchill
  • You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. -Wayne Gretzky
  • If at first, you don't succeed, try, try again. -William Edward Hickson

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