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renaissance

rebirth, revival

noun ruh-neh-SAHNS Rare

Also means

the Renaissance (historical period)

Usage Note

Renaissance is feminine in French. Beyond the historical period, it is widely used to describe any cultural or personal renewal — une renaissance artistique signals a comeback in the arts. The adjective renaissant ('reviving') shares the same root.

Examples

"Ce quartier connaît une véritable renaissance."

Natural Translation

This neighbourhood is experiencing a true revival.

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