OVERHAUL: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for OVERHAUL?

Need another word that means the same as “overhaul”? Find 29 synonyms and 30 related words for “overhaul” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Overhaul” are: modernise, modernize, overtake, pass, service, maintain, repair, mend, fix up, patch up, rebuild, renovate, revamp, recondition, remodel, refit, refurbish, get past, go past, go by, go faster than, get ahead of, pull ahead of, outdistance, outstrip, redevelopment, renovation, inspection and repair

Overhaul as a Noun

Definitions of "Overhaul" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “overhaul” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A thorough examination of machinery or a system, with repairs or changes made if necessary.
• Periodic maintenance on a car or machine.
• The act of improving by renewing and restoring.

Synonyms of "Overhaul" as a noun (4 Words)

inspection and repair	A formal or official examination.
redevelopment	The action or process of developing something again or differently. The redevelopment of the university website.
renovation	The state of being restored to its former good condition. They are pursuing a general program of renovation to the entire property.
service	A company or agency that performs a public service subject to government regulation. A funeral service.

Usage Examples of "Overhaul" as a noun

• A major overhaul of the healthcare system was proposed.
• A major overhaul of environmental policies.
• It was time for an overhaul on the tractor.

Overhaul as a Verb

Definitions of "Overhaul" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “overhaul” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Take apart (a piece of machinery or equipment) in order to examine it and repair it if necessary.
• Make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to.
• Analyse and improve (a system.
• Travel past.
• Overtake (someone), especially in a sporting event.

Synonyms of "Overhaul" as a verb (25 Words)

fix up	Influence an event or its outcome by illegal means.
get ahead of	Come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes.
get past	Communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone.
go by	Be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired.
go faster than	Move away from a place into another direction.
go past	Pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action.
maintain	Maintain by writing regular records. An English garrison was maintained there in the seventeenth century.
mend	Return to health; heal. Foot injuries can take months to mend.
modernise	Become technologically advanced.
modernize	Become technologically advanced. He modernized the health service.
outdistance	Leave (a competitor or pursuer) far behind. He outdistanced the other runners.
outstrip	Be or do something to a greater degree. Supply far outstripped demand.
overtake	Catch up with and possibly overtake. Weariness overtook him and he retired to bed.
pass	Pass by. She passed the new Jersey Bar Exam and can practice law now.
patch up	Provide with a patch; also used metaphorically.
pull ahead of	Rein in to keep from winning a race.
rebuild	Build (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed. We try to help them rebuild their lives.
recondition	Bring into an improved condition. It was necessary to recondition the human mind to accept change.
refit	Replace or repair machinery, equipment, and fittings in (a ship, building, etc. A lucrative contract to refit a submarine fleet.
refurbish	Renovate and redecorate (something, especially a building. The premises have been completely refurbished in our corporate style.
remodel	Shape (a figure or object) again or differently. She remodelled the head with careful fingers.
renovate	Restore (something old, especially a building) to a good state of repair. My wife wants us to renovate.
repair	Put right (an unwelcome situation. Repair an oversight.
revamp	To patch up or renovate; repair or restore. They revamped their old house before selling it.
service	Perform a service or services for someone. The village is small and well serviced.

Usage Examples of "Overhaul" as a verb

• Overhaul the health care system.
• The steering box was recently overhauled.
• Moves to overhaul the income tax system.
• Jodami overhauled his chief rival.
• You should overhaul your car engine.

Associations of "Overhaul" (30 Words)

actuary	A person who compiles and analyses statistics and uses them to calculate insurance risks and premiums.
curative	A curative medicine or agent. The curative properties of herbs.
fix	Make fixed stable or stationary. Cowley fixed him with a cold stare.
fixing	A screw, bolt, or other item used to fasten or assemble building material, furniture, or equipment. The roof needs fixing.
indemnify	Compensate (someone) for harm or loss. Each of the parties shall indemnify me for all reasonable costs of defending such actions and proceedings.
kit	Provide someone or something with the appropriate clothing or equipment. A first aid kit.
mend	Restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken. The mend was barely visible.
patch	Improve or correct a routine or program by inserting a patch. The guitar player has a certain patch on his FX which he s happy with.
reanimate	Restore to life or consciousness; revive. In the vain hope of being reanimated he left his body to science.
recompense	Restitution made or punishment inflicted for a wrong or injury. Losses up to 20 000 are recompensed.
rectify	Reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities. We are working to rectify the situation.
refit	Replace or repair machinery, equipment, and fittings in (a ship, building, etc. The refit of ships damaged by enemy action.
refurbish	Renovate and redecorate (something, especially a building. We refurbished the guest wing.
regenerate	Bring into renewed existence; generate again. He was not truly regenerate.
remedy	Provide relief for. Shopping became a remedy for personal problems.
renew	Repeat (a statement. The two renewed their friendship not having seen one another for five years.
renovation	The action of renovating a building. Older churches underwent major renovations.
repair	The action of repairing something. The new government moved quickly to repair relations with the USA.
reparable	Capable of being repaired or rectified. Reparable damage to the car.
replenish	Fill something that had previously been emptied. He replenished Justin s glass with mineral water.
resilience	The physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit. Nylon is excellent in wearability abrasion resistance and resilience.
restitution	The resumption of an object’s original shape or position through elastic recoil. He was ordered to pay 6 000 in restitution.
restoration	The restoration of the Bourbon monarchy in France in 1814 following the fall of Napoleon Louis XVIII was recalled from exile by Talleyrand. The restoration of capital punishment.
resurgence	Bringing again into activity and prominence. A resurgence of interest in religion.
revamp	To patch up or renovate; repair or restore. An attempt to revamp the museum s image.
revitalize	Restore strength. This food revitalized the patient.
revolutionize	Fill with revolutionary ideas. E mail revolutionized communication in academe.
service	A company or agency that performs a public service subject to government regulation. That restaurant has excellent service.
troubleshoot	Solve problems. Courses dealing with PC repair and troubleshooting are proving to be heavily subscribed.
vivify	Give new life or energy to. His remarks always vivify an otherwise dull story.