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renascent

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /rɪˈneɪsənt/

KK: /rɪˈneɪsənt/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that is coming back to life, growing again, or becoming popular once more.


Example

The renascent interest in traditional crafts has led to a revival of old techniques.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how the art scene is becoming more renascent?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s great to see so many new artists emerging.
Sloth A
I think it reflects a general trend of renewed creativity in the city.
Sloth B
Absolutely, it feels like a fresh wave of inspiration is taking over.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revived
renewed
resurgent
Antonyms
declining
diminished
stagnant
Root Explanation

Renascent → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "nascent" (from Latin "nascentem", meaning being born). The word "renascent" means being born again or experiencing a revival.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'born again' — 're-' means again, and 'nascent' relates to being born.

Visually Confused Words
reascent
nascent
reassent
reascend
reabsent
irascent
crescent
revalescent
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