© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

regeneration

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌrɛdʒəˈnɛɹeɪʃən/

KK: /rɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The process of growing back or restoring lost parts, or a revival of spirit or morals.


Example

The regeneration of the forest after the fire was remarkable.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you read about the process of regeneration in nature?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's fascinating how some animals can regrow their limbs!
Sloth A
Exactly! I think it also relates to spiritual regeneration in a way.
Sloth B
That makes sense — it’s like finding a new purpose or starting fresh.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revival
restoration
renewal
Antonyms
decline
deterioration
degradation
Root Explanation

Regeneration → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "generare" (meaning to produce or create). The word "regeneration" means the process of producing or creating again, often referring to renewal or restoration.

Memory Tip

Think of the prefix 're-' meaning again, and 'generare' meaning to create. This helps you remember that regeneration is about creating or producing something anew.

Visually Confused Words
pregeneration
unregeneration
irregeneration
degeneration
generation
progeneration
unregenerating
prepenetration
Is this page helpful?