reorient (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌriːˈɔːriənt/

Definition

Adjust one's perspective, focus, or position to align with a new situation or environment.

Examples

• The hiker paused to reorient herself using the map after realizing she had taken the wrong trail.

• New employees often need a few weeks to reorient their work habits to the company's fast-paced culture.

• The government decided to reorient its economic policy toward sustainable energy production.

How to Use reorient

reorient toward (prepositional phrase)

to shift focus in the direction of a new goal — "We must reorient our marketing efforts toward a younger demographic."

reorient oneself (collocation)

to get one's bearings in a new place or situation — "It took me a moment to reorient myself after waking up in the unfamiliar hotel room."

Synonyms of reorient

Words with a similar meaning to reorient:

• adjust
• adapt
• realign
• recalibrate

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