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 verticality of these works can be seen as an aspirational self-portrait in which destruction and rebirth are literally and metaphorically merged. — John Yau, ARTnews.com, 18 Oct. 2026 In the 1925 novel, the appearance of fledglings symbolizes freedom, confinement and even spiritual rebirth, themes that follow lead characters Clarissa and Sally (whom Edebiri portrays) as the story unfolds. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 As the devastating consequences of the war and its aftermath became clearer, the Dutch Boy brand promoted house painting as a means of rebirth and renewal. — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026 The inspiration behind both the novel and the opera is the concept of the bardo, which in Tibetan Buddhism is the period between physical death and rebirth. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rebirth

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Noun

The revival, however, is a new proposition for a generation with no muscle memory for heels.

— Laura Neilson, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
New York’s Town Hall venue is providing some alternative programming for Election Night — a revival of a cult streaming series.

— Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of revival

Noun

Miami-Dade teachers will continue to be paid a salary supplement that helps pad their paychecks after voters on Tuesday approved the renewal of a dedicated property tax.

— Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2026
The skin care gem instantly delivers a gorgeous glow, while supporting your lipid barrier and skin cell renewal.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of renewal

Noun

Jesus’ resurrection and ascension, his world-transforming triumph over death and the grave.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Oct. 2026
That unholy resurrection gives William some wicked supernatural powers to go along with his slick swordplay.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026