Renaissance: meaning, definitions and examples

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renaissance

 

[ หŒrษ›nษ™หˆsษ‘หns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical period

The Renaissance was a cultural movement that began in Italy during the late 14th century and spread across Europe. It marked the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity and is characterized by a renewed interest in art, science, and the classics. The period is known for its influential artists and thinkers, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.

Synonyms

rebirth, renewal, revival

Examples of usage

  • The Renaissance brought about significant advancements in art and architecture.
  • Many historians consider the Renaissance to be a turning point in European history.
  • During the Renaissance, there was a surge in exploration and scientific inquiry.

Translations

Translations of the word "renaissance" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น renascimento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคจเคฐเฅเคœเคพเค—เคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Renaissance

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ renaissance

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดั€ะพะดะถะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ renesans

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒซใƒใ‚ตใƒณใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท renaissance

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ renacimiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Rรถnesans

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฅด๋„ค์ƒ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ู‡ุถุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ renesance

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ renesancia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–‡่‰บๅคๅ…ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ renesansa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ endurnรฝjun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะนั‚ะฐ ำฉั€ะปะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒกแƒแƒœแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ renaissance

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ renacimiento

Etymology

The word 'renaissance' comes from the French term meaning 'rebirth.' It was first used to describe the period in Europe that spanned from the 14th to the 17th century, which saw a revival of interest in the classical art and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome. The term is derived from the Latin 'renascentia,' which means 'rebirth' or 'revival.' The movement was fueled by various factors, including the fall of Constantinople, which led many Greek scholars to migrate to Italy and introduce classical knowledge, and the invention of the printing press, which allowed for the dissemination of literature and ideas. The Renaissance had profound effects on literature, philosophy, art, music, and science. It laid the foundation for the modern world and influenced numerous aspects of contemporary society.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,375, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.