rebirth

[ree-burth, ree-burth]

noun

1. a new or second birth.

   the rebirth of the soul.

2. a renewed existence, activity, or growth; renaissance or revival.

   the rebirth of conservatism.

rebirth

/ riːˈbɜːθ /

noun

1. a revival or renaissance

   the rebirth of learning

2. a second or new birth; reincarnation

Word History and Origins

Origin of rebirth¹

First recorded in 1830–40; re- + birth

Example Sentences

His mission: to guide the souls of the band to peace and rebirth.

From BBC

Parking might be the most controversial part of the Roblar’s rebirth.

From Los Angeles Times

Part of rebirth is the bittersweet mastery of warding off misaligned energy.

From Los Angeles Times

They are exhilarating and infuriating in equal measure, never boring, and responsible for the rebirth of Test cricket in this country.

From BBC

It comes amid renewed interest in mechanical timepieces and a modest rebirth of the American watchmaking industry — despite the omnipresence of cellphones and their effortless timekeeping.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• comeback 
• recovery 
• rehabilitation 
• rejuvenation 
• renaissance 
• renewal 
• restoration 
• revival