renewal

[ri-noo-uhl, -nyoo-]

noun

1. the act of renewing.

2. the state of being renewed.

3. an instance of this.

Other Word Forms

• nonrenewal noun
• self-renewal noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of renewal¹

First recorded in 1675–85; renew + -al ²

Example Sentences

Some policies allow a “no-exam” renewal or conversion without health changes, but premiums still rise.

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The resignation of two senior figures at the start of the BBC's charter renewal makes the process more difficult "at a crucial time for its future", he added.

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A game of big runs, momentum shifts and high emotions needed a resolution in the renewal of an old rivalry.

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"I assumed after the renewal of the Egyptian passport that he would be allowed."

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The company seems confident that these margins could improve further, given the ramping up and recent renewal of its U.K. bus contracts, he says.

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Related Words

• rebirth 
• regeneration 
• rejuvenation 
• restoration 
• resumption 
• revitalization 
• revival