renew

verb

re·new | \ ri-ˈnü

, -ˈnyü\

renewed; renewing; renews

Definition of renew

transitive verb

1 : to make like new : restore to freshness, vigor, or perfection as we renew our strength in sleep

2 : to make new spiritually : regenerate

3a : to restore to existence : revive

b : to make extensive changes in : rebuild

4 : to do again : repeat

5 : to begin again : resume

6 : replace, replenish renew water in a tank

7a : to grant or obtain an extension of or on renew a license

b : to grant or obtain an extension on the loan of renew a library book

intransitive verb

1 : to become new or as new

2 : to begin again : resume

3 : to make a renewal (as of a lease)

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renew, restore, refresh, renovate, rejuvenate mean to make like new. renew implies a restoration of what had become faded or disintegrated so that it seems like new. efforts to renew the splendor of the old castle restore implies a return to an original state after depletion or loss. restored a fine piece of furniture refresh implies the supplying of something necessary to restore lost strength, animation, or power. a refreshing drink renovate suggests a renewing by cleansing, repairing, or rebuilding. the apartment has been entirely renovated rejuvenate suggests the restoration of youthful vigor, powers, or appearance. the change in jobs rejuvenated her spirits

Examples of renew in a Sentence

When you sleep, your body has a chance to renew itself. This discussion has renewed my hope of finding a solution to the problem. At the start of each school year, we renew our commitment to helping students succeed. She renewed her promise to come see me. They celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary by renewing their wedding vows. They have renewed their efforts to find a peaceful solution. The incident has renewed hostilities between the groups. They recently renewed their acquaintance after more than 10 years apart. If you haven't listened to this music since the 1960s, it's time to renew your acquaintance with these songs.

Recent Examples on the Web

The show just announced it's officially renewed for its eighth season on FOX, and the actors couldn't be more thrilled for the future episodes. — Jennifer Aldrich, Country Living, "Fox Finally Revealed If 'Last Man Standing' Is Returning for Season 8," 19 Apr. 2019 While Netflix has reportedly not confirmed that the series will be renewed, there's a very good chance that a potential season 4 would come out on a Friday (just like all prior seasons). — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "All the 'Santa Clarita Diet' Season 4 Info You Need to Know After Finishing Season 3," 5 Apr. 2019 Viewers and critics were so in love that the show was renewed for a second season before the first had even premiered. — Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "'Killing Eve' Season Two Finally Has a Release Date. Here's Everything We Know.," 5 Jan. 2019 Preacher has yet to be officially renewed by AMC for a fourth season, and ratings have declined compared to prior seasons. — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, "Preacher ends third season with a pop, not a bang," 28 Aug. 2018 Scott died of a heart attack on July 13, 1960, at age 45 — about halfway through the season — and the show was not renewed. — Chris Boghossian, chicagotribune.com, "Chicago ties run deep in original 'Home Run Derby,' a short-lived TV show at (the other) Wrigley Field," 13 July 2018 The five-year contract, which can be renewed for up to 11 years, is currently valued at $500 million a year. — Suzanne Baker, Naperville Sun, "Governmental bodies jumping on Amazon bandwagon," 12 July 2018 Now, Gilpin and her co-stars are awaiting news on whether or not GLOW will be renewed for a third season. — Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, "'GLOW' Team on Emmy Noms: Female-Led Shows Are "Not a Trend"," 12 July 2018 Charter schools are publicly funded independent schools operated on contracts that are renewed by school boards subject to their performance. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Palm Beach County schools tax proposal to exclude charters," 11 July 2018

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renew

verb

English Language Learners Definition of renew

: to make (something) new, fresh, or strong again

: to make (a promise, vow, etc.) again

: to begin (something) again especially with more force or enthusiasm

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renew

verb

re·new | \ ri-ˈnü

, -ˈnyü\

renewed; renewing

Kids Definition of renew

1 : to make or become new, fresh, or strong again We renewed our friendship.

2 : to make, do, or begin again We renewed our efforts.

3 : to put in a fresh supply of Renew the water in the tank.

4 : to continue in force for a new period We renewed our lease.

renew

transitive verb

re·new | \ ri-ˈnü, -ˈnyü

Legal Definition of renew

1 : to make like new : restore to freshness, vigor, or perfection specifically : to prevent the lapse of (a judgment) due to expiration of a statute of limitations

2 : to do or state again renewed his objection to the evidence

3 : to grant or obtain again or as an extension renew a lease

intransitive verb

1 : to become new or as new

2 : to make a renewal (as of a contract)

Other Words from renew

renewability \ -ˌnü-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē, -ˌnyü-

\ noun

renewable \ -ˈnü-ə-bəl, -ˈnyü-

\ adjective

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