renaissance

• Nom désignant une période de renouveau culturel, artistique et intellectuel, la plus célèbre étant la Renaissance européenne du XIVe au XVIIe siècle, ou tout renouveau similaire dans un domaine particulier.

A noun referring to a period of cultural, artistic, and intellectual revival, most notably the European Renaissance period from the 14th to the 17th century, or any similar revival in a particular field.

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1. Historical periodB2formalart

   The period in European history from the 14th to the 17th century, marking the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity, characterized by a revival of art, literature, and learning.

   Renaissance

   • The Renaissance began in Italy in the 14th century.
   • Leonardo da Vinci was a key figure of the Renaissance.
   • Renaissance art emphasized realism and human emotion.

2. Revival or rebirthB2formal

   A situation when something becomes popular or active again after a period of being less popular or active.

   Renaissance (au sens de renouveau)

   • There has been a renaissance of interest in traditional crafts.
   • The city is experiencing a cultural renaissance with new galleries and theaters.
   • The company underwent a renaissance after hiring new management.

   Synonymesrebirthregenerationrejuvenationrenewalresurgencerevival

   Antonymesdeathdeclinedemiseendextinction