rebirth

noun

re·​birth (ˌ)rē-ˈbərth 

ˈrē-ˌbərth

1

a

: a new or second birth : metempsychosis

b

: spiritual regeneration

2

: renaissance, revival

a rebirth of nationalism

Synonyms

• reanimation
• regeneration
• rejuvenation
• rejuvenescence
• renewal
• resurgence
• resurrection
• resuscitation
• revitalization
• revival
• revivification

Examples of rebirth in a Sentence

the natural cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in plants

a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles

Recent Examples on the Web

Members were given custom saris, visited the Taj Mahal and attended Holi, a Hindu festival celebrating love and rebirth. —Claretta Bellamy, NBC News, 3 Feb. 2025

The 2028 event also offers an aggressive timeline for efforts at recovery and rebirth. —Tom Tapp, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2025

Even better news for those seeking the rebirth of a traditionally heroic Big Blue Boy Scout: Gunn has cited Grant Morrison’s effervescent All-Star Superman as his chief inspiration for the movie. —A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 6 Jan. 2025

More than a therapeutic pool, this remarkable wellness feature symbolizes spiritual rebirth. —Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

rebirth

noun

re·​birth (ˈ)rē-ˈbərth 

1

: a new or second birth

2

: a return to importance