Definitions

renew

[ri-noo, -nyoo] / rɪˈnu, -ˈnyu /

VERB

start over; refurbish

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continue extend prolong reaffirm reestablish reopen repeat restate restore resume revive

STRONG

brace exhilarate freshen gentrify mend modernize overhaul reawaken recommence recondition recreate refit refresh regenerate rehabilitate reinvigorate rejuvenate remodel renovate repair replace replenish restock resuscitate retread revitalize spruce stimulate transform

WEAK

begin again breathe new life into bring up to date fix up go over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy finish halt shorten stop

STRONG

break damage depress discourage hurt kill leave alone ruin

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

When Russia declined to renew the deal in 2023, sea exports again halted, as no outside authority was able to guarantee the security of ships.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The current version of FISA, however, is set to sunset on April 20, unless Congress acts to renew it.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Google declined to renew when the contract expired, and subsequently published AI principles explicitly ruling out participation in weapons systems.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

A CSU spokesperson declined to say whether administrators will renew their ChatGPT deal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Mom had to spend eight weeks up in Charleston, taking college courses to renew her teaching certificate.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls

Vocabulary lists containing renew

The Vernal Vocabulary of Spring

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Beowulf vocabulary

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

President Obama's second inaugural address

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!