renew

One entry found for renew.

Main Entry: re·new
Pronunciation: ri-'nü, -'nyü
Function: verb
transitive verb
1 : to make like new : restore to freshness, vigor, or perfection <as we renew our strength in sleep>
2 : to make new spiritually : REGENERATE
3 a : to restore to existence : REVIVE b : to make extensive changes in : REBUILD
4 : to do again : REPEAT
5 : to begin again : RESUME
6 : REPLACE, REPLENISH <renew water in a tank>
7 a : to grant or obtain an extension of or on <renew a license> b : to grant or obtain an extension on the loan of <renew a library book>
intransitive verb
1 : to become new or as new
2 : to begin again : RESUME
3 : to make a renewal (as of a lease)
- re·new·er noun
synonyms RENEW, RESTORE, REFRESH, RENOVATE, REJUVENATE mean to make like new. RENEW implies a restoration of what had become faded or disintegrated so that it seems like new <efforts to renew the splendor of the old castle>. RESTORE implies a return to an original state after depletion or loss <restored a fine piece of furniture>. REFRESH implies the supplying of something necessary to restore lost strength, animation, or power <a refreshing drink>. RENOVATE suggests a renewing by cleansing, repairing, or rebuilding <the apartment has been entirely renovated>. REJUVENATE suggests the restoration of youthful vigor, powers, or appearance <the change in jobs rejuvenated her spirits>.