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reunited

 

[ riˈjuː.naɪ.tɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotional reconnection

The term 'reunited' refers to the act of coming together again after a period of separation. This can apply to people, animals, or even objects that have been apart for some time. In emotional contexts, it often carries a connotation of joy and relief, indicating a successful re-establishment of relationships. It is commonly used when friends or family members that have been apart come back together, often after a significant time elapsed. The word can also describe groups or entities that were once unified.

Synonyms

brought together, reconnected, rejoined

Examples of usage

  • After years apart, they were finally reunited at the family gathering.
  • The lost dogs were reunited with their owners after being found.
  • The couple was reunited after a long-distance relationship.
  • The band reunited for a special concert after a decade.

Translations

Translations of the word "reunited" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reunido

🇮🇳 पुनर्मिलन

🇩🇪 wiedervereint

🇮🇩 reunited

🇺🇦 об'єднаний

🇵🇱 ponownie zjednoczony

🇯🇵 再会した

🇫🇷 réuni

🇪🇸 reunido

🇹🇷 yeniden bir araya gelen

🇰🇷 재결합된

🇸🇦 إعادة توحيد

🇨🇿 znovu sjednocený

🇸🇰 opäť zjednotený

🇨🇳 重新团聚

🇸🇮 ponovno združen

🇮🇸 endurnýtt

🇰🇿 қайта бірікті

🇬🇪 გაერთიანებული

🇦🇿 bir araya gətirilmiş

🇲🇽 reunido

Etymology

The word 'reunited' comes from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the root 'unite', which has origins in the Latin 'unitus', meaning 'joined together'. The usage of 'unite' dates back to the Middle English period, evolving through Old French 'unir' and Latin into its current form. As societies and cultures have shifted over time, the concept of coming back together has remained significant across various contexts, often relating to familial, social, and emotional bonds. The emotional weight of the word 'reunited' reflects the human experience of longing and fulfillment, making it a powerful term in literature and conversation alike.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,799, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.