Renewal
rɪˈnjuːəl
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of making something valid again; the process of restoring to a better state.
rɪˈnjuːəl
The act of renewing something, or the state of being renewed.
The renewal of the lease was approved.
💡 Simply: Like when your library book expires, and you get to keep it longer by a renewal. It's like giving something a fresh start or another chance.
👶 For kids: When you make something new again, like getting a new book from the library instead of returning the old one.
More Examples
The company is focused on product renewal.
The church's renewal project aims to restore the historic building.
How It's Used
"The contract's renewal date is next month."
"The city's urban renewal project aims to revitalize the downtown area."
The state of being restored or revived; a revival.
rɪˈnjuːəl
The state of being made new or restored.
The artist experienced a period of creative renewal.
💡 Simply: When you feel refreshed after a good vacation, that's like a renewal of your energy!
👶 For kids: Feeling like new again! Like when you get a new toy or when you feel good after getting some rest.
More Examples
The city center showed signs of urban renewal.
She found renewal through meditation and mindfulness.
How It's Used
"The weekend retreat provided a much-needed period of personal renewal."
"The spiritual renewal of the congregation was evident."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
spiritual renewal
A renewed sense of purpose or faith.
"The retreat focused on spiritual renewal."
urban renewal
The redevelopment of areas of a city.
"The city is undertaking an urban renewal project."
contract renewal
The extension of a contract.
"The team is negotiating a contract renewal with the player."
From Middle English renouvelen, from Old French renouveler, from re- (again) + nouvel (new).
The term has been in use since the late 14th century, evolving from the Old French word 'renouveler'.
Memory tip
Think of a NEW start or a re-NEW-al of something.
Word Origin
"to make new again"