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Reapplication: meaning, definitions and examples

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reapplication

 

[ˌriΛΙ™ΛˆplΙͺkeΙͺΚƒΙ™n ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

application process

Reapplication refers to the act of applying again for something, especially after a prior application that was not successful. It commonly occurs in contexts such as job applications, school admissions, or grant requests, where an individual seeks another chance to present their case for approval.

Synonyms

reentry, reinstatement, resubmission.

Examples of usage

  • After being rejected last year, she decided to submit her reapplication for the scholarship.
  • The university encourages reapplication for students who didn't get accepted the first time.
  • His reapplication to the job was supported by additional qualifications.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The prefix 're-' comes from Latin, meaning 'again' or 'back', indicating repetition.
  • The root 'application' is derived from the Latin word 'applicatio', meaning to attach or put into use, showing the idea of putting something to work.

Business

  • In job searching, reapplication refers to applying for a position again after being previously rejected.
  • Companies often encourage reapplication after a certain period if applicants improve their skills or qualifications.

Education

  • Students may engage in reapplication of learning, where they practice skills repeatedly to understand and master concepts.
  • In many educational systems, students are encouraged to reapply techniques learned in class to new problems for better comprehension.

Psychology

  • Reapplication can reflect the psychological principle of spaced repetition, which suggests that repeating information over time enhances memory retention.
  • Using strategies from past experiences in new situations is a form of cognitive reapplication, helping adapt old knowledge for new challenges.

Technology

  • In software updates, reapplication can refer to re-installing patches or software to fix issues or improve performance.
  • Web development often requires reapplication of certain algorithms to update websites more effectively.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,816 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.