renaissance
A renaissance is a time when something becomes popular or successful again after a long period of not being used. It also refers to a famous period in history when art and science became very important in Europe.
Examples
3 of 5The city is having a cultural renaissance with many new art galleries opening.
The city is experiencing a rebirth of culture with many new art galleries opening.
The government aims to stimulate an economic renaissance through new trade policies.
The government wants to start a period of new financial growth through new trade rules.
My love for old board games is having a bit of a renaissance lately.
I am starting to like old board games again recently.
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Memory Tip
Look at the word: 're-' means 'again' and 'naissance' sounds like 'nascent' (birth). It is a 're-birth'!
Quick Quiz
The 1990s saw a ____ of interest in folk music.
Correct!
The correct answer is: renaissance
Examples
The city is having a cultural renaissance with many new art galleries opening.
everydayThe city is experiencing a rebirth of culture with many new art galleries opening.
The government aims to stimulate an economic renaissance through new trade policies.
formalThe government wants to start a period of new financial growth through new trade rules.
My love for old board games is having a bit of a renaissance lately.
informalI am starting to like old board games again recently.
Scholars argue that the Harlem Renaissance redefined African American identity in literature.
academicExperts say that the Harlem period changed how Black American writing was seen.
The brand is undergoing a major renaissance to attract younger customers.
businessThe company is being updated and made popular again to get younger buyers.
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Common Phrases
Renaissance man
A person who is good at many different things
The Renaissance
The historical period between the 14th and 17th centuries
Digital renaissance
A new period of progress caused by technology
Often Confused With
The Reformation was a religious change, while Renaissance is about art, science, and general rebirth.
Usage Notes
Capitalize 'Renaissance' when you are talking about the specific historical period in Europe. Use lowercase 'renaissance' when talking about a general revival of any topic.
Common Mistakes
Many learners forget to use 'a' or 'the' before the word. Also, it is often misspelled because of the 'ai' and double 's'.
Memory Tip
Look at the word: 're-' means 'again' and 'naissance' sounds like 'nascent' (birth). It is a 're-birth'!
Word Origin
From the French word 'renaissance', which literally means 'rebirth'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Western culture, the Renaissance is seen as the bridge between the Middle Ages and modern history.
Quick Quiz
The 1990s saw a ____ of interest in folk music.
Correct!
The correct answer is: renaissance
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