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retake Synonyms

Another word for retake

Choosing another word for retake depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To take an examination, test, or academic course again, typically in order to pass or improve a previous grade.

Usage Example

"She decided to resit the calculus course during the summer semester to raise her grade point average."

Strongest
resit
Strong
repeat
redo

• noun (Context 2)

A second or subsequent filming, recording, or photographing of a scene or image.

Usage Example

"The director ordered a reshoot after a microphone accidentally appeared at the top of the frame."

Strongest
reshoot
Strong
redo

• verb (Context 3)

To regain possession or control of a position, title, or territory that was previously lost.

Usage Example

"The defending champion trained tirelessly to recapture the title at the national tournament."

Strongest
recapture
reclaim
take back
regain
Strong
recover
win back

• noun (Context 4)

A second or subsequent attempt at an examination or academic course, typically after a previous unsatisfactory result.

Usage Example

"Students who miss the exam due to illness may schedule a resit next week."

Strongest
resit
retest
Strong
make-up

• verb (Context 5)

To film, record, or photograph a scene or image again.

Usage Example

"The photographer had to reshoot the group portrait because several people blinked."

Strongest
reshoot
refilm
Strong
rerecord

Opposites of retake

The opposite of retake shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

lose
surrender
forfeit
relinquish
cede
See all opposites of retake

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Retake. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/retake
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