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

In the first stage, 3 to 6 months in a mouse [about 20 to 30 years in a human], there is a loss of certain fat and muscle cells, and of two immature cell types in the brain that have the capacity to regenerate different types of brain tissue. — Ingrid Wickelgren, Quanta Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026 Raids may temporarily remove leaders but leave corrupt relationships and financial machinery intact, allowing the organization to regenerate. — Robert Muggah, The Conversation, 10 Aug. 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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for regenerate

Verb

Iran and Oman, meanwhile, have agreed on a temporary maritime corridor intended to restore safer passage through the strait.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
The restoration was completed by Maldoror’s daughter, Annouchka de Andrade, who, over almost the last decade, has slowly tracked down, collected, and restored dozens of her mother’s film works.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of restore

Verb

Deep sleepers will appreciate the gradual wake-up call from a large catalog of alarm sounds, and an alarm volume that reaches decibels capable of reviving a bear from its hibernation.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026
Following interest from Drake, Netflix vowed to revive the series in 2017 with original stars Ashley Walters and Kane Robinson reprising their roles as Dushane and Sully.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of revive

Verb

Dickson himself concedes there is still much work to be done to fully rehabilitate the Gap, as well as its sister brands.

— Phil Wahba, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026
Naples Zoo teams worked to rehabilitate her through nutrition, medical treatment and constant monitoring.

— Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of rehabilitate

Noun

And whenever this season ends, even if that’s after a 16-game run to the national championship game, this crop of recruits might play the least of any Freeman first-year haul.

— Pete Sampson, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
See top recruits, productive returners, underrated gems and more.

— Charles Baggarly August 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of recruit

Verb

Credit line reviews typically follow monthly or quarterly cycles; attrition models are refreshed periodically and applied in batch.

— Julie Conroy, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Some viewers had to refresh the page after receiving error messages, indicating high usage levels.

— Jenni Reid,Alex Buckmaster, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of refresh

Verb

Three years ago, FSU was undefeated, Travis was its heartbeat and Norvell appeared to have resurrected one of college football’s great empires.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026
New York — Millennials, rejoice … the beloved video app Vine is being resurrected.

— Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of resurrect

Verb

Dean recalled in 2016 after the couple renewed their vows for their 50th wedding anniversary.

— Paris Close, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
My belief in the promise of the United States is endlessly renewed by the rich experiences of diverse people who moved to this nation for safety, freedom and opportunity.

— Patrice Onwuka, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of renew

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