Reincarnate: meaning, definitions and examples

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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