B1verbeducationlanguage
US/ˌriːˈraɪt/
UK/ˌriːˈraɪt/
to write something again in a different or better way
In context
My tutor asked me to rewrite the introduction of my essay.
Rewrite the sentence below using the passive voice.
The director rewrote the ending after the first audience didn't like it.
Words that go with rewrite
verb + noun
- rewrite the sentenceRewrite the sentence without changing its meaning.
- rewrite historySome leaders try to rewrite history to suit themselves.
- rewrite the rulesStreaming services rewrote the rules of the music industry.
adverb + verb
- completely rewriteI had to completely rewrite my CV.
verb + preposition
- rewrite in your own wordsRead the text, then rewrite it in your own words.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I rewrote again my essay.Correct: I rewrote my essay.