Synonyms of regenerate

regenerate 1 of 2

verb

ri-ˈje-nə-ˌrāt 

1

as in to restore

to bring back to a former condition or vigor

the neighborhood was regenerated thanks to a government grant for restoring all the old buildings and creating studio spaces for artists

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restore
• revive
• refresh
• recreate
• renew
• replenish
• renovate
• redevelop
• revitalize
• rejuvenate
• repair
• recharge
• revivify
• freshen
• resuscitate
• refurbish
• refreshen
• reconstitute
• rehabilitate
• reclaim
• redesign
• remodel
• recondition
• overhaul
• refill
• reengineer
• remake
• redo
• rehab
• update
• modernize
• resupply
• make over

2

as in to revive

to bring back to life, practice, or activity

dairy farming in the area was regenerated when new arrivals bought the old creamery

Synonyms & Similar Words

• revive
• resurrect
• renew
• revitalize
• rejuvenate
• reanimate
• rekindle
• recharge
• revivify
• resuscitate
• restart
• reactivate
• rewaken
• rewake
• jump-start
• kick-start
• refresh
• reinvent
• refreshen

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kill
• suppress
• extinguish
• quench

3

as in to rehabilitate

to make better in behavior or character

the ex-convict credits his newfound faith with regenerating him beyond anything that he could have imagined

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rehabilitate
• redeem
• reclaim
• improve
• reform
• restore
• habilitate
• refine
• amend
• reeducate
• purify
• cleanse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• degrade
• subvert
• poison
• corrupt
• lower
• demoralize
• warp
• prostitute
• demean
• pervert
• debauch
• abase
• profane
• deprave
• canker

regenerate

2 of 2

noun

as in recruit

Related Words

• recruit
• novice
• newcomer
• novitiate
• convert
• proselyte
• neophyte
• catechumen

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of regenerate

Verb

Cutting back the brown portions of the plant—the old wood—will stop those sections from regenerating. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 July 2026

The final product is injected into the face and neck to soften fine lines, tighten pores and create a foundation for the body’s own cells to regenerate. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026

Noun

To really reenergize and to lead with high positive energy, leaders must recognize and value the regenerate state. — Andrew Deutscher, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022

Medical experts say adults require between seven and nine hours of sleep a night, during which the body repairs, regenerates, and recovers. — oregonlive, 9 Apr. 2020