regenerate

• Descreve algo que foi renovado, restaurado ou revivido, frequentemente após um período de decadência ou dano; em biologia, refere-se a tecido ou organismo que se regenerou.

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.

   Espiritualmente ou moralmente renovado

   • 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.

   Sinônimosborn-againconvertedredeemedreformedrenewedsaved

   Antônimoscorruptdepravedfallensinfulunregenerate

• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de restaurar, renovar ou trazer algo de volta ao seu melhor estado ou estado original.

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.

   Regenerar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosreestablishrejuvenaterenewrestorerevitalizerevive

   Antônimosdegradedestroydeteriorateruinworsen

2. Electronic amplificationC1formaltechnical

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

   Regenerar

   • 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.

   Regenerar moralmente

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

   Sinônimosconvertreclaimredeemreformsave

   Antônimoscorruptdebasedeprave

4. Revive or energizeB2formal

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

   Reviver

   • 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.

   Sinônimosreanimaterefreshreinvigoraterejuvenaterenewrestoreresuscitaterevitalizerevive

   Antônimosdrainenervateexhaustkillweaken

5. Biological regrowthB2formalmedical

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

   Regenerar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosredevelopreformregrowrenew

6. Form anewB2formal

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

   Regenerar-se

   • 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.

   Sinônimosreconstituterecreatereformremakereproducereshape

7. Undergo renewalB2formal

   To undergo the process of regeneration or restoration.

   Regenerar-se

   • 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.

   Sinônimoshealrecoverregrowrejuvenaterenewrestorerevive

   Antônimosdecaydegeneratedeteriorate

8. B2formal

   To restore strength, vitality, or effectiveness to something.

   Restaurar forças

   • 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.

   Sinônimosreinvigoraterejuvenaterenewrestorerevitalizerevive