regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-shən 

ˌrē-

1

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

2

: spiritual renewal or revival

3

: renewal or restoration of a body, bodily part, or biological system (such as a forest) after injury or as a normal process

4

: utilization by special devices of heat or other products that would ordinarily be lost

Synonyms of regeneration

• revival
• resurgence
• rebirth
• renewal

Examples of regeneration in a Sentence

the regeneration of knitting and crocheting is in full bloom, with Hollywood stars admitting they knit and crochet on movie sets

Recent Examples on the Web

Wellness, for me, is all about regeneration; Translated into beauty, this means taking breaks between braids and deepening my beauty sleep. —Akili King, Essence, 15 Jan. 2026

The brand notes that the foundation has a special cell oxygen booster that protects your skin from blue light and promotes cell regeneration for healthier-looking skin. —Eva Thomas, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026

According to experts, protein is essential for tissue repair, skin benefits, healthy aging, hormone balance, muscle regeneration, and staying full for longer. —Daisy Jones, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026

This lightweight oil leans on calendula to soothe irritation, sweet almond oil to deliver vitamin E-rich hydration that supports skin regeneration, and grapefruit oil for antioxidant benefits and a soft, citrusy scent. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for regeneration

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Kids Definition

regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌjen-ə-ˈrā-shən 

ˌrē-

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

Medical Definition

regeneration

noun

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tion ri-ˌjen-ə-ˈrā-shən, ˌrē- 

1

: an act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated

2

: the renewal, regrowth, or restoration of a body or a bodily part, tissue, or substance after injury or as a normal bodily process

continual regeneration of epithelial cells

regeneration of the uterine lining

compare regulation sense 2a