Reincarnate: meaning, definitions and examples

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reincarnate

[ˌriːɪnˈkɑːneɪt ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

spiritual beliefs

To be reborn in another body or form after death. It is a concept commonly found in Hinduism and Buddhism.

Synonyms

rebirth, reinvent, resurrect.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
reincarnate	Used in spiritual or religious discussions where a soul is believed to return to life in a new body after death. Many people believe that after they die, they will reincarnate in a new form. Buddhists often talk about how the soul can reincarnate into another being.
rebirth	Commonly used in both spiritual contexts and to describe a revival or new beginning in a metaphorical sense. After the war, the country went through a period of rebirth and renewal. The concept of rebirth is central to many religions that believe in the cycle of life and death.
reinvent	Often used in personal development or business contexts to describe changing oneself or something significantly to improve or adapt. The company had to reinvent its business model to stay competitive. After moving to a new city, he decided to reinvent himself and pursue a different career.
resurrect	Typically used in religious contexts to describe bringing someone back to life from death. It can also be used metaphorically to bring something back into use or popularity. Many Christians believe that Jesus was resurrected after three days. She managed to resurrect an old family recipe and it became a hit among her friends.

Examples of usage

He believed that after he died, he would reincarnate as a higher being.
In some cultures, it is thought that people can choose to reincarnate to learn important lessons.

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philosophy

To be renewed or revived in a different form or body.

Synonyms

regenerate, renew, revive.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
reincarnate	Used in spiritual or religious contexts to describe the belief that a soul returns to a new body after death. Many people believe that after they die, they will reincarnate into a new form The monk discussed how he could remember several of his past lives, each time reincarnated with a different purpose
regenerate	Commonly used in biological or technical contexts to describe the process of renewal, growth, or restoration, often referring to cells, tissues, or energy sources. Scientists are studying how to regenerate damaged tissues in the human body Solar panels rely on sunlight to regenerate their power
renew	Used to describe making something new again or restoring it, often applied to subscriptions, leases, or personal energy and motivation. I need to renew my magazine subscription before it expires After a long vacation, she felt renewed and ready to start her job
revive	Used to describe bringing something back to life, consciousness, or popularity, often applied to living beings, traditions, or interests. The lifeguard managed to revive the drowning victim There has been an effort to revive classical music in today's culture

Examples of usage

The idea of reincarnation suggests that energy can neither be created nor destroyed, only reincarnated in different forms.
The artist felt like his creativity had reincarnated after a period of block.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'reincarnare', where 're-' means again and 'incarnare' means to become flesh.
The concept dates back thousands of years and is found in many cultures, with different interpretations across religions.

Religious Beliefs

Hinduism views reincarnation as part of a cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, influenced by karma from past lives.
Buddhism teaches that understanding reincarnation helps one attain enlightenment and liberation from suffering.

Philosophy

Many ancient philosophers contemplated the nature of the soul and its journey through different forms, influencing modern spiritual beliefs.
The idea provokes questions about identity and consciousness – if one is reborn, what remains the same?

Popular Culture

Movies like 'Cloud Atlas' and 'The Fountain' explore the theme of souls living multiple lives across time and space.
Books such as 'Many Lives, Many Masters' present personal accounts of experiences with reincarnation.

Science and Psychology

Some researchers study past-life memories in children, considering if they might be linked to reincarnation.
Psychologists note that beliefs in reincarnation can influence people’s behavior and attitudes towards life and death.

Translations

Translations of the word "reincarnate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reencarnar

🇮🇳 पुनर्जन्म लेना

🇩🇪 wiedergeboren

🇮🇩 reinkarnasi

🇺🇦 реінкарнація

🇵🇱 reinkarnacja

🇯🇵 輪廻転生する

🇫🇷 réincarner

🇪🇸 reencarnar

🇹🇷 reenkarne olmak

🇰🇷 환생하다

🇸🇦 تناسخ

🇨🇿 reinkarnace

🇸🇰 reinkarnácia

🇨🇳 轮回

🇸🇮 reinkarnacija

🇮🇸 endurfæðing

🇰🇿 қайта туу

🇬🇪 გადაინაწილება

🇦🇿 reinkarnasiya

🇲🇽 reencarnación

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,496, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.

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