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Definition of reorganize

reorganize

/riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/
(UK: reorganise)
re · or · gan · ize
Adjective:reorganizational
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Past Simple:reorganized
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Past Participle:reorganized
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Present Participle:reorganizing
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reorganize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To change the way in which an institution, system, or collection of items is structured, arranged, or managed, typically to improve efficiency.

Example

"The new executive decided to reorganize the sales department into regional teams."

2

To form again or establish a new order after a disruption, setback, or financial insolvency.

Example

"After filing for bankruptcy protection, the airline was able to reorganize and return to profitability."

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• Rhymes for reorganize

• Nearby Words

reorg
reorganization
reorganizational
reorganize
reorganizer
reorient
reorientation

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century from the prefix re- ('again') and organize, or borrowed directly from French réorganiser, which emerged during the administrative restructuring of the French Revolution.

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