regiving
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈɡɪvɪŋ/
KK: /rɪˈɡɪvɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of giving something again or returning a gift.
Example
The regiving of gifts during the holiday season is a common tradition.
Conversation
Have you heard about the concept of regiving?
No, what does it mean?
It's basically about giving again, like sharing your resources.
That sounds interesting! I love the idea of regiving.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
donation
gift
offering
Antonyms
withholding
refusal
retention
verb
Definition
To give something back again, especially something that was previously given or received.
Example
After receiving the gift, she decided to regiving it to someone who needed it more.
Tense Forms
Past: regave
Past Participle: regiven
Conversation
Have you thought about regiving that book I lent you?
Oh, I completely forgot! I really enjoyed it, though.
I’m glad to hear that! I think it’s great to keep regiving books you love.
Root Explanation
Regiving → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "give" (from Old English "giefan", meaning to bestow or grant) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word "regiving" means the act of giving again or bestowing something once more.
Memory Tip
Think of 'giving' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'give' means to bestow. This helps you remember that 'regiving' is about the action of giving something back.
Visually Confused Words
reviving
riving
giving
bribegiving
relieving
forgiving
driving