Finesentence mobile logo
Sign in Login / Register

Renewal: meaning, definitions and examples

🔄
Add to dictionary

renewal

 

[ rɪˈnjuːəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business

The action of extending the period of validity of a license, subscription, or contract.

Synonyms

extension, prolongation.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
renewal

Used when something is being made new or fresh again, often in the context of subscriptions, contracts, or memberships.

  • She decided to go for the renewal of her gym membership.
  • The magazine offers a discount for early renewal of your subscription.
extension

Typically used when additional time is added to a deadline or a period. Also can refer to adding more to something (such as a building).

  • He requested an extension for the project deadline.
  • The building is getting an extension to accommodate more offices.
prolongation

Often implies making something longer than expected, usually in a formal or technical context. Sometimes it has a slightly negative connotation of something being drawn out unnecessarily.

  • The negotiations led to the prolongation of the contract period.
  • Prolongation of the meeting seemed unnecessary.

Examples of usage

  • Make sure to pay the fee on time to avoid any disruptions in the renewal of your subscription.
  • After the initial period, the contract will automatically go into renewal unless otherwise specified.
  • The renewal process can be completed online for convenience.
  • The renewal of the license will require additional documentation.
  • The annual renewal fee is due at the end of each calendar year.

Translations

Translations of the word "renewal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 renovação

🇮🇳 नवीकरण

🇩🇪 Erneuerung

🇮🇩 pembaruan

🇺🇦 оновлення

🇵🇱 odnowienie

🇯🇵 更新 (こうしん)

🇫🇷 renouvellement

🇪🇸 renovación

🇹🇷 yenilenme

🇰🇷 갱신 (更新)

🇸🇦 تجديد

🇨🇿 obnova

🇸🇰 obnova

🇨🇳 更新 (gēngxīn)

🇸🇮 obnova

🇮🇸 endurnýjun

🇰🇿 жаңарту

🇬🇪 განახლება

🇦🇿 yenilənmə

🇲🇽 renovación

Etymology

The word 'renewal' originated from the Latin word 'renovare', which means 'to make new again'. The concept of renewal has been present throughout history in various contexts, such as in spiritual practices, business agreements, and personal growth. The idea of renewal emphasizes the importance of revitalizing, refreshing, or restoring something to its original state or condition. Whether it's renewing a contract, a subscription, or one's commitment to self-improvement, the notion of renewal carries a sense of rejuvenation and continuity.

See also: renewability, renewable, renewed.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,537, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.