realign

/rɪˈælɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to arrange or position something again in a different or more suitable way, especially in order to achieve a better or more effective relationship between things

“The new manager had to realign the company’s marketing strategy to appeal to a younger audience.”

2. noun

the act of arranging or positioning something again in a different or more suitable way

“The realignment of the company’s priorities led to a significant improvement in productivity.”

3. verb

to bring back into alignment or correct a mistake or error

“The engineer had to realign the satellite’s orbit to prevent it from colliding with other space debris.”

4. noun

a change in the alignment or position of something

“The realignment of the highway led to a reduction in travel time between cities.”

Synonyms

  • rearrange
  • reorient
  • reposition

Antonyms

  • malalign
  • misalign