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Definition of reexamine

reexamine

/ˌriːɪɡˈzæmɪn/
(UK: re-examine)
re · ex · am · ine
Past Simple:reexamined
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Past Participle:reexamined
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Present Participle:reexamining
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reexamine Lexical Profile

reexamine Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To inspect, investigate, or consider something again, especially from a new perspective or in light of new information.

Example

"The committee decided to reexamine the budget proposals after discovering an unexpected surplus."

2

To question a witness again in a court of law after they have been cross-examined by opposing counsel.

Example

"Following a lengthy cross-examination, the prosecutor asked permission to reexamine the key witness."

3

To test the knowledge or proficiency of a student or candidate again.

Example

"The university board agreed to reexamine students whose original test papers were damaged."

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• Rhymes for reexamine

• Nearby Words

reevaluate
reevaluation
reexamination
reexamine
reexecute
reexperience
reexplain

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the prefix 're-' ('again') and 'examine', which derives via Old French from the Latin 'examinare' ('to weigh, test, or consider').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Reexamine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/reexamine
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