Definition

In a way that shows a lack of change or improvement, often referring to someone who does not repent or reform.

Example

He continued to act unregenerately, ignoring all advice to change his ways.

Conversation

I heard he acts unregenerately about his bad habits.

Yeah, he never seems to want to change, does he?

It's frustrating because he has so much potential.

Exactly! It feels like he just doesn't care.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unregenerately → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "regenerate" (from Latin "regenerare", meaning to be born again), and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes a manner of being that is not born again or not renewed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being 'born again' ('regenerate') — that's why 'unregenerately' means not in a renewed manner.

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