rebuilt

word · lemma: rebuild

Definition

Made again after being damaged or destroyed; something that has been built again.

Usage & Nuances

'Rebuilt' is the past tense and past participle of 'rebuild'. It's mainly used for structures, machines, or systems that were damaged and made again. Common with 'house', 'bridge', 'engine'. Use 'rebuilt' for physical or abstract things that have been given new construction or organization.

Example Sentences

The school was rebuilt after the storm.

basic

The old bridge was rebuilt in 2015.

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Her car's engine was rebuilt last month.

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The city center has been completely rebuilt after the fire.

natural

The team spirit was rebuilt after a lot of hard work.

natural

Most of the ancient temple was rebuilt, but some original parts remain.

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