regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrā-tiv 

-ˈje-nə-rə-, 

-ˈjen-rə-

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate

Examples of regenerative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The regenerative approach looks far beyond surface care. —Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026

This program provides brands and retailers with access to verified, traceable regenerative cotton at scale by formally recognizing and verifying growers’ adoption of practices and measurable outcomes. —Sj Studio, Footwear News, 6 Apr. 2026

Domiano’s background in regenerative agriculture and organic farming led him to Sirikoi, which had an existing garden that cofounder Sue Roberts was eager to expand and transition to a 100% organic model. —Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026

Instead of selling beans to distant processors, many Puerto Rican cacao farmers focus on the local, celebrating terroir, using regenerative practices, developing nuanced flavors and creating bars that taste like Puerto Rico itself. —Sandra Guzman, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing regenerative

• regenerative medicine

Rhymes for regenerative

• degenerative
• generative
• neurodegenerative

Kids Definition

regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈjen-ə-ˌrāt-iv 

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate

Medical Definition

regenerative

adjective

re·​gen·​er·​a·​tive ri-ˈjen-ə-ˌrāt-iv, -ˈjen-(ə-)rət- 

1

: of, relating to, or marked by regeneration

2

: tending to regenerate