reanimate
|re/an/i/mate|
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/riˈænɪˌmeɪt/
bring back to life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reanimate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reanimare,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'animare' meant 'to give life.'
Historical Evolution
'reanimare' transformed into the French word 'réanimer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reanimate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give life again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to restore to life or consciousness.
The scientist attempted to reanimate the frozen specimen.
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Verb 2
to give new vigor or spirit to something.
The new policy was designed to reanimate the economy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 00:09