regenerate

• Décrit ce qui a été renouvelé, restauré ou régénéré, souvent après une période de déclin ou de dégradation, ou ce qui a retrouvé une nouvelle vitalité ou une nouvelle force.

Describes something that has been renewed, restored, or reborn, often after a period of decline or damage.

1. Spiritually or morally reformedC1formal

   Having undergone a process of spiritual or moral renewal and improvement.

   régénéré (moralement ou spirituellement)

   • He emerged from the retreat a regenerate person, full of new purpose.
   • The community saw him as a regenerate leader after his public apology.
   • Her regenerate spirit was evident in her charitable work.

   Synonymesborn-againconvertedredeemedreformedrenewedsaved

   Antonymescorruptdepravedfallensinfulunregenerate

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de restaurer, renouveler ou ramener quelque chose à un meilleur état ou à son état d'origine.

A verb used to indicate the act of regrowing, renewing, or restoring something to a better or original state.

1. Renew or restoreB2formal

   To reestablish something on a new, usually improved, basis, or to make something like new again.

   Régénérer, restaurer

   • The city council plans to regenerate the old industrial district.
   • This treatment helps regenerate damaged skin cells.
   • The company aims to regenerate its brand image.

   Synonymesreestablishrejuvenaterenewrestorerevitalizerevive

   Antonymesdegradedestroydeteriorateruinworsen

2. Electronic amplificationC1formaltechnical

   To amplify an electron current by causing part of the power in the output circuit to act upon the input circuit.

   Régénération (amplification électronique)

   • The circuit is designed to regenerate the signal for clearer transmission.
   • Engineers used a feedback loop to regenerate the current.
   • This amplifier can regenerate weak radio waves.

3. Reform morallyC1formal

   To bring, lead, or force someone to abandon a wrong or evil course of life and adopt a right one.

   régénérer moralement

   • The program aims to regenerate former criminals through education.
   • He found faith and regenerated his life completely.
   • The community center helps regenerate troubled youth.

   Synonymesconvertreclaimredeemreformsave

   Antonymescorruptdebasedeprave

4. Revive or energizeB2formal

   To return to life or to give new life or energy to something.

   Redonner de l'énergie ou de la vitalité

   • The rain regenerated the wilted plants in the garden.
   • A good night's sleep can regenerate your energy levels.
   • The new manager regenerated the team's spirit.

   Synonymesreanimaterefreshreinvigoraterejuvenaterenewrestoreresuscitaterevitalizerevive

   Antonymesdrainenervateexhaustkillweaken

5. Biological regrowthB2formalmedical

   To replace tissue or a body part through the formation of new tissue.

   Régénération biologique

   • Lizards can regenerate their tails after losing them.
   • The liver has a remarkable ability to regenerate itself.
   • Scientists are studying how to regenerate human heart tissue.

   Synonymesredevelopreformregrowrenew

6. Form anewB2formal

   To be formed or shaped anew, or to form or produce something again.

   se reformer

   • The forest began to regenerate after the wildfire.
   • New cells regenerate to replace the old ones.
   • The artist regenerated the sculpture with a fresh design.

   Synonymesreconstituterecreatereformremakereproducereshape

7. Undergo renewalB2formal

   To undergo the process of regeneration or restoration.

   Subir une régénération

   • The ecosystem will regenerate over time if left undisturbed.
   • After the injury, the tissue began to regenerate slowly.
   • The city's economy is starting to regenerate after the recession.

   Synonymeshealrecoverregrowrejuvenaterenewrestorerevive

   Antonymesdecaydegeneratedeteriorate

8. B2formal

   To restore strength, vitality, or effectiveness to something.

   Régénérer

   • A vacation can help regenerate your mental strength.
   • The therapy regenerated his physical abilities after the accident.
   • Proper nutrition helps regenerate the body's immune system.

   Synonymesreinvigoraterejuvenaterenewrestorerevitalizerevive