rebirth
noun
re·birth
(ˌ)rē-ˈbərth 
ˈrē-ˌbərth
1
a
: a new or second birth : metempsychosis
b
: spiritual regeneration
2
: renaissance, revival
a rebirth of nationalism
Examples of rebirth in a Sentence
the natural cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in plants
a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles
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—Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
From chaos, many historians believe rebirth can occur.
—Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
The invitation itself, a simple image of an egg on a plate, hinted at rebirth and newness, a quiet metaphor echoed throughout the collection.
—Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Through poetic dialogue and deeply human characters, August Wilson crafts a story of resilience and rebirth.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for rebirth
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“Rebirth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rebirth. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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rebirth
noun
re·birth
(ˈ)rē-ˈbərth
1
: a new or second birth
2
: a return to importance
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