renascent

renascent

English

Etymology

    From re- + nascent.

    Pronunciation

    • IPA(key): /ɹɪˈnæsənt/, /ɹɪˈneɪsənt/
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    Adjective

    renascent (comparative more renascent, superlative most renascent)

    1. Experiencing renewed vigor; being reborn.
    2. (of a cultural practice, etc.) Revived, brought back.
      • 1907, Ronald M. Burrows, The Discoveries In Crete, page 106:
        Mr. Evan's results are not obtained from mere stylistic comparisons; there is no danger that he has confused the renascent or derived with the original, the archaistic with the archaic.

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