Renew
/rɪˈnjuː/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo restore to a former state or to make something new again; to extend the period of validity.
/rɪˈnjuː/
To make something new again.
The city decided to renew the park's playground equipment.
💡 Simply: Imagine your favorite library book is due back, but you haven't finished it! You ask the librarian to 'renew' it, which means they let you keep it for longer. Basically, it's like giving something a fresh start or making it good again.
👶 For kids: To make something like new again, like a toy!
More Examples
I renewed my gym membership.
We need to renew the lease on our apartment.
How It's Used
"We need to renew our contract with the supplier."
"I need to renew my driver's license."
To begin again or continue to a state.
/rɪˈnjuː/
To begin again.
The team renewed their efforts to win the championship.
💡 Simply: Sometimes, you decide to start something all over again. Maybe you messed up a drawing, or you want to be healthier. 'Renew' means you decide to give it another try and make a fresh start.
👶 For kids: To start something again, like a game!
More Examples
After a period of doubt, he renewed his faith.
We must renew the spirit of cooperation.
They renewed their friendship after many years.
How It's Used
"She renewed her commitment to her health."
"They renewed their vows after 25 years of marriage."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
Renew one's acquaintance
To start a friendship or relationship with someone again after a period of separation.
"I ran into an old friend at the reunion and had the chance to renew our acquaintance."
From Middle English renewen, from Old French renouer (“to renew, restore, repair”), from re- (“again”) + nouer (“to knot”).
The word 'renew' has been in use since the late 14th century, initially referring to making something new or fresh.
Memory tip
Think of 're-new' as making something 'new' again or extending it. Like getting a 'new' lease on life!