C1 verb Littéraire

renascent

/rɪˈnæs.ənt/

Describing something that is becoming active, popular, or successful again after a period of dormancy or decline. It is most commonly used to describe movements, feelings, or cultural trends that are undergoing a revival.

Exemples

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1

The town's renascent pride was visible in the newly painted murals and clean streets.

The town's reviving pride was visible in the newly painted murals and clean streets.

2

His speech addressed the renascent nationalism appearing across the continent.

His speech addressed the reviving nationalism appearing across the continent.

3

Vinyl records are having a renascent moment among my friends lately.

Vinyl records are having a comeback moment among my friends lately.

Famille de mots

Nom
renascence
Verb
renasce
Adverbe
renascently
Adjectif
renascent
Apparenté
renaissance
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Renaissance' (the rebirth of art and learning). 'Re-' means again, and 'nascent' comes from 'natus' (born). Renascent = being born again.

Quiz rapide

After decades of silence, the city is experiencing a ___ interest in its ancient jazz traditions.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : renascent

Exemples

1

The town's renascent pride was visible in the newly painted murals and clean streets.

everyday

The town's reviving pride was visible in the newly painted murals and clean streets.

2

His speech addressed the renascent nationalism appearing across the continent.

formal

His speech addressed the reviving nationalism appearing across the continent.

3

Vinyl records are having a renascent moment among my friends lately.

informal

Vinyl records are having a comeback moment among my friends lately.

4

Historians have noted a renascent interest in stoic philosophy during the late 20th century.

academic

Historians have noted a reviving interest in stoic philosophy during the late 20th century.

5

The brand's renascent popularity followed a complete digital marketing overhaul.

business

The brand's reviving popularity followed a complete digital marketing overhaul.

Famille de mots

Nom
renascence
Verb
renasce
Adverbe
renascently
Adjectif
renascent
Apparenté
renaissance

Collocations courantes

renascent nationalism reviving nationalism
renascent interest renewed interest
renascent hope reviving hope
renascent spirit reviving spirit
renascent economy recovering economy

Phrases Courantes

a renascent sense of

a reviving feeling of

renascent energy

renewed vigor or activity

renascent power

reclaiming former influence

Souvent confondu avec

renascent vs nascent

Nascent means just coming into existence for the first time, whereas renascent means being reborn or revived after a decline.

renascent vs recent

Recent simply refers to something that happened a short time ago, while renascent specifically implies a revival of something old.

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Notes d'usage

Renascent is a sophisticated, literary adjective. It is typically used in political, historical, or cultural contexts rather than for everyday physical objects.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'renascent' to mean simply 'new' or 'recent'. Remember that it must involve a 're-' (again) element—it implies something that was once strong, then weak, and is now becoming strong again.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Renaissance' (the rebirth of art and learning). 'Re-' means again, and 'nascent' comes from 'natus' (born). Renascent = being born again.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'renascent-', the present participle of 'renasci', meaning 'to be born again'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., renascent interest). Rarely used as a predicative adjective (e.g., 'The movement is renascent').
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Contexte culturel

The word carries a sense of optimism or warning depending on the context, often used in European political discourse regarding the return of old ideologies.

Quiz rapide

After decades of silence, the city is experiencing a ___ interest in its ancient jazz traditions.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : renascent

Mots lis

obgenly

C1

Describing qualities or characteristics that are intrinsic, fundamental, or naturally occurring within a specific category, class, or genus. It suggests that a trait is not acquired through external influence but is a core component of the entity's classification.

bilabancy

C1

To alternate or waver between two specific choices, conditions, or states in a rhythmic or repetitive manner. It describes both the physical movement of shifting weight and the mental process of indecision between two poles.

homomemy

C1

Describing a state of identical or near-perfect replication of a conceptual or structural unit within a system. It is used to characterize patterns where a 'meme' or fundamental component remains unchanged across various iterations or transmissions.

synformile

C1

A synformile is a specialized structural unit or component designed to precisely match or align with a corresponding external template or matrix. In technical contexts, it refers to an element that maintains spatial consistency and structural parity within a larger system.

antesophtion

C1

Describing a state, concept, or period existing before the attainment of philosophical wisdom or intellectual sophistication. It refers to rudimentary or naive perspectives that have not yet been refined by deep critical thought or scholarly maturity.

contrafidable

C1

To formally challenge or invalidate a statement or agreement by presenting evidence that contradicts a previously established position of trust. It is used primarily in legal or high-stakes contexts when one party acts against a confidential understanding.

autotegious

C1

To provide oneself with a protective covering or to self-shield against external environmental factors. It typically describes the action of an organism or system creating its own defensive layer or housing without outside assistance.

monoonymism

C1

The practice or state of being known by a single name (a mononym) rather than a multi-part name including a surname. This phenomenon is frequently observed in historical records, the arts, and specific cultural naming conventions.

proscribhood

C1

Relating to the state or quality of being officially forbidden, denounced, or legally excluded from society. It describes an entity, person, or practice that exists under a formal ban or a condition of social ostracism.

overprivy

C1

To grant excessive or inappropriate access to private or confidential information, or to become over-involved in matters that should remain secret. It implies a breach of professional or personal boundaries by sharing more than is necessary or prudent.

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