REGENERATE Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrāt

Definition of regenerate

as in to restore

to bring back to a former condition or vigor the neighborhood was regenerated thanks to a government grant for restoring all the old buildings and creating studio spaces for artists

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as in to revive

to bring back to life, practice, or activity dairy farming in the area was regenerated when new arrivals bought the old creamery

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as in to rehabilitate

to make better in behavior or character the ex-convict credits his newfound faith with regenerating him beyond anything that he could have imagined

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Recent Examples of regenerate

Verb

Washington, for example, thinks that occasional attacks will ensure that Tehran can never fully regenerate its military or develop nuclear weapons. — Ali Vaez, Foreign Affairs, 29 Sep. 2026 Changing One Part Without Losing the Rest This addresses the earlier problem of having to regenerate the entire output. — New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2026

Noun

To really reenergize and to lead with high positive energy, leaders must recognize and value the regenerate state. — Andrew Deutscher, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022 Medical experts say adults require between seven and nine hours of sleep a night, during which the body repairs, regenerates, and recovers. — oregonlive, 9 Apr. 2020 See All Example Sentences for regenerate

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Set the scene The Homestead screams quirky, artful, and vintage yet restored—capturing a whimsical, fairytale ambiance embellished with hints of Southern charm.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
But a federal judge ruled that the administration failed to provide due process, and ordered that hard passes to dozens of reporters be restored.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of restore

Verb

However, in the 7th century, this all vanished; the temples were abandoned and later looted, and Kea never again revived its trade or harbor settlements.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis has revived Yemen's civil war after a four-year ceasefire.

— AHMED AL-HAJ, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of revive

Verb

By the end of 2028, crews will have replaced 15 pedestrian and vehicle bridges and rehabilitate seven more.

— Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026
Along Central Avenue, the nonprofit New Life Homes rehabilitated Luna Lodge into 30 affordable apartments in 2013 and reopened the Sundowner as 71 mixed-income apartments the following year.

— Harry Bruinius, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of rehabilitate

Noun

Yeoh plays Olwen, a replicant Blade Runner nearing the end of her life, who partners with Schafer’s Cora, a mysterious new recruit.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
The four-star recruit was ranked among the top 300 players nationally by various outlets.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of recruit

Verb

Exfoliating cleansers are designed to help remove dead skin cells and everyday buildup, leaving skin feeling refreshed.

— Ethan Stone October 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026
In addition to these liquid upgrades, Jefferson’s also refreshed its packaging, something that other brands like Bardstown Bourbon Company have done over the past year or so.

— Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of refresh

Verb

Simmons is trying to resurrect his career after sitting out last season to heal a debilitating back injury.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2026
Indian Motorcycle has roots stretching back more than a century, despite disappearing and being resurrected along the way.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of resurrect

Verb

In the seventh inning of a 1-all tie, Teoscar Hernández redeemed himself for another fielding blunder with a single that finally drove dizzying Braves starter Tyler Mahle from the game.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026
The card technically earns Citi ThankYou® Points, which can be redeemed for anything from statement credits to transfers to Citi's travel partners.

— Ryley Amond, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of redeem

Verb

Organizers had been unable to renew their contract, and Stern suspected something was happening behind the scenes.

— Dick Slaughter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Although restaurant management did not respond to a request from The Sacramento Bee for comment, Kelly Rule, senior vice president of leasing for Pappas Investments told The Bee the restaurant chose not to renew its lease.

— Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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