Word: rebuild (verb)

Associations

Rebuild means to build something again or to restore it after it has been damaged or destroyed.

• After the hurricane, the community worked together to rebuild their homes. (This shows the action of constructing homes again.)
• The company plans to rebuild its brand image after the scandal. (Here, it refers to restoring reputation.)
• After the fire, they had to rebuild the entire library. (In this case, it means constructing the library from scratch again.)

A well-known synonym for rebuild is "restore." The main difference is that "restore" often implies returning something to its original state, while "rebuild" can mean creating something new or different altogether.

Substitution

You can use other words like "reconstruct," "renovate," or "revamp."

• "Reconstruct" often means to build again with more focus on the structure.
• "Renovate" usually refers to updating or improving something rather than building from scratch.
• "Revamp" means to change or improve the appearance or function of something.

Deconstruction

The word "rebuild" is made up of two parts: the prefix "re-" and the root word "build."

• "Re-" means again or back.
• "Build" comes from Old English "byldan," meaning to construct or create.

So, "rebuild" literally means to build again.

Inquiry

• Can you think of something in your life that you would like to rebuild?
• How does the idea of rebuilding apply to relationships or personal growth?
• In what situations do you think rebuilding is more important than just repairing?