Definition

The act of applying something again after the first time.

Example

After being denied, she submitted a reapplication for the scholarship.

Conversation

I heard that you submitted a reapplication for that job.

Yeah, I felt it was worth another shot after getting some feedback.

That makes sense; sometimes you just need to tweak your approach for success.

Exactly! I'm hoping this reapplication will lead to better results.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reapplication → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "applicare" (meaning to apply). The word "reapplication" means the act of applying something again.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') — that's why reapplication means to apply something again.

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