REBIRTH Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

rebirth

noun

(ˌ)rē-ˈbərth

Definition of rebirth

as in revival

the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles

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Recent Examples of rebirth The rebirth of the Durutti Column suggests Reilly’s catastrophic imagination is just as potent as his world-building one. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026 The symbolism behind the color is often associated with rebirth and growth. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 July 2026 It’s just taken a devastating fire and dramatic rebirth for the rest of the world to take notice. — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 The Shanghai chapter at the Long Museum features three towering titanium sculptures, over 30 feet tall, symbolizing birth, growth and rebirth. — Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rebirth

Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebirth

Noun

The revival serves as a continuation of Wizards of Waverly Place, which aired for four seasons from 2007 to 2012.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
Now, New Radicals have had yet another revival, this time by their own hand.

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of revival

Noun

Knizner could provide valuable depth for their stretch run, given his recent offensive resurgence and the Yankees' clear need.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Furniture from the 1960s and ‘70s fell out of favor during the 1980s before experiencing a resurgence in the 1990s, Hirsch explains.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of resurgence

Noun

Procurement frameworks specify exit rights at every renewal, termination for deprecation, and price locks running no longer than twelve months.

— Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
According to the announcement, the semi-acoustic record draws inspiration from reflective touchstones in Young’s catalog such as Comes a Time and Prairie Wind, with lyrics that grapple with memory, mortality and renewal.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of renewal

Noun

Meanwhile, King’s Landing is an absolute state in the wake of Aegon’s resurrection.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026
After years of slapdash sequels and waning fandom, the Camp Miasma slasher franchise is handed over to an enthusiastic young director (Hannah Einbinder) for resurrection.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026