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UK/["/ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/US/["/ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/

Meaning of Reconstruction

the process of changing or improving the condition of something or the way it works; the process of putting something back into the state it was in before

In simple words: The process of building something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

Reconstruction in a sentence

  • The reconstruction of the ancient temple took several years to complete.
  • After the war, the reconstruction of the devastated cities was a slow and costly process.
  • The reconstruction of the accident scene helped police understand what had happened.
  • During the Reconstruction period after the American Civil War, significant political and social changes took place.
  • Reconstruction of the DNA sequence allows scientists to study genetic mutations in detail.
  • The museum displayed a reconstruction of a prehistoric animal based on fossil evidence.
  • Technological reconstruction of historical sites can create virtual tours for educational purposes.

How to use Reconstruction

Commonly used in contexts like history, architecture, or disaster recovery. Less appropriate in casual conversations; better suited for formal reports or discussions.

Grammar pattern

reconstruction + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 're-construct' like building something again, like reconstructing a model.

Related words

Collocations with Reconstruction

Synonyms for Reconstruction

Opposites of Reconstruction

Common mistakes with Reconstruction

  • Confused with 'destruction' — the opposite meaning.
  • Using the word in a non-building context (e.g., emotions) despite its physical connotation.
  • Incorrectly conjugating the word based on tense.

Compare Reconstruction with Restoration, Rehabilitation

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Frequently asked questions about Reconstruction

What does Reconstruction mean?

The process of building something again after it has been damaged or destroyed.

What is the definition of Reconstruction?

the process of changing or improving the condition of something or the way it works; the process of putting something back into the state it was in before

How do you use Reconstruction in a sentence?

The reconstruction of the ancient temple took several years to complete.

Can you give another example of Reconstruction?

After the war, the reconstruction of the devastated cities was a slow and costly process.

What are synonyms for Reconstruction?

Common alternatives include rebuilding, restoration, renewal, rehabilitation, reformation.

What is the opposite of Reconstruction?

Opposite meanings include destruction, demolition.

What words go with Reconstruction?

It commonly pairs with major, complete, total, undergo, undertake, perform, period, effort, work, a reconstruction based on something, major, complete, total, undergo, undertake, perform, period, effort, work, a reconstruction based on something, major, complete, total, undergo, undertake, perform, period, effort, work, a reconstruction based on something, major, complete, total, undergo, undertake, perform, period, effort, work, a reconstruction based on something.

What are common mistakes when using Reconstruction?

Confused with 'destruction' — the opposite meaning. Using the word in a non-building context (e.g., emotions) despite its physical connotation. Incorrectly conjugating the word based on tense.

How do you pronounce Reconstruction?

US: /["/ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Reconstruction?

Commonly used in contexts like history, architecture, or disaster recovery. Less appropriate in casual conversations; better suited for formal reports or discussions.

What CEFR level is Reconstruction?

"Reconstruction" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.