recontrive

/riˈkɑntrɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to restore to a former state or condition, especially after being spoiled or damaged

“The artist had to recontrive the damaged painting to its original beauty.”

2. verb

to devise or invent anew, especially something that has been spoiled or damaged

“The team recontrived a new strategy to overcome the challenges they faced.”

3. noun

the act of restoring to a former state or condition

“The process of recontrive took several days to complete.”

Synonyms

  • recreate
  • reinvent
  • restore

Antonyms

  • destroy
  • obliterate
  • ruin