redux
- adjective
- /rɪˈdʌks/
- Literature
- The film is a redux!
Examples
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His latest novel is like his earlier work, but with a redux twist reflecting current social issues.
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The film is a redux of a classic story, updated for a modern audience.
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After years of obscurity, the brand has made a surprising redux in contemporary fashion.
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I loved the redux!
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The restaurant offered a menu redux, featuring updated versions of all the classic dishes.
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The director's latest film is a retro sci-fi redux that pays homage to the genre's golden age.
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Last year's fashion trends are making a redux appearance on the runway this season.
Synonyms
Feeling fresh and strong again
Having new life and energy, like a place that is active again
Growing stronger or more popular after a time of little activity
Full of new life and energy
Life, energy, or interest comes back after a time of loss
Made again to look like the original after it was lost or destroyed
Appearing again after being hidden or gone
Antonyms
Surface Forms
Etymology
Redux comes from Latin parts re- 'back' and ducere 'to lead'. It is the same root you see in words like conduct and produce, and it means 'brought back' or 'revived', so a redux is something returned or updated in a new form.