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reapplied

 

[ ˌriːəˈplaɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

job application

Reapplied refers to the action of submitting an application again, often for a position or opportunity after a previous application has been declined. It indicates perseverance in seeking a desired outcome and is commonly used in the context of job hunting or educational admissions. Reapplying can be due to new qualifications, changes in personal circumstances, or simply a wish to try again after a previous attempt.

Synonyms

apply again, re-apply, re-submit, repetition

Examples of usage

  • After not getting the job last year, she reapplied with improved qualifications.
  • He decided to reapply for the scholarship after gaining more experience.
  • The company encouraged applicants to reapply if they had new skills.
  • She patiently waited before deciding to reapply to the university.

Translations

Translations of the word "reapplied" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reaplicado

🇮🇳 फिर से लागू किया गया

🇩🇪 erneut angewendet

🇮🇩 diajukan kembali

🇺🇦 знову подано

🇵🇱 ponownie zastosowane

🇯🇵 再適用された

🇫🇷 réappliqué

🇪🇸 reaplicado

🇹🇷 yeniden uygulandı

🇰🇷 다시 적용됨

🇸🇦 تم إعادة تطبيقه

🇨🇿 znovu aplikováno

🇸🇰 znovu aplikované

🇨🇳 重新应用

🇸🇮 ponovno uporabljeno

🇮🇸 aftur sótt

🇰🇿 қайта қолданылған

🇬🇪 მეორე გამოყენებული

🇦🇿 təkrar tətbiq edilmiş

🇲🇽 reaplicado

Word origin

The term 'reapplied' is derived from the prefix 're-', which originates from Latin meaning 'again' or 'back', combined with the base word 'apply' which traces its roots to the Latin 'applicare', meaning 'to fold or to join'. The evolution of the word has seen it adopted in various contexts, most notably within the realms of education and employment, as the act of reapplying for a position or opportunity. The concept of reapplication emphasizes the cyclical nature of applying and the notion of persistence. Over time, it has gained significance particularly in modern job markets where applicants often face setbacks and must exhibit resilience by reapplying. This reflects broader social trends towards lifelong learning and continuous improvement in one’s career or educational pursuits.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,205 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.