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rewrite

/rɪˈraɪt/ · re·write
verb
  1. to write or compose again, often with revisions or improvements She decided to rewrite the story to make it more engaging for young readers.
  2. to rephrase or reword something, often to make it clearer or more concise He had to rewrite the instructions to make them easier to follow.
noun
  1. a new version of something, especially a written work The rewrite of the script improved the plot significantly.
Did you know? The term 'rewrite' is often used in the context of screenwriting, where a rewritten script is referred to as a 'rewrite' or 'revise'. This highlights the importance of revising and refining written content to achieve the desired outcome.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Aug 4, 2026