Word
relive
Phoneticsre·live, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹiˈɫɪv/
UK/ɹɪlˈɪv/
Definition
v. to experience a past event again in your mind or imagination. You often use this when a memory feels very real or strong.
v. to experience a past event again, typically through memory or imagination. Often implies a vivid or involuntary mental reconstruction of a previous occurrence.
Examples
“I often relive my childhood holidays when I see the ocean.”
“The documentary allows viewers to relive the historic moon landing through restored high-definition footage and original audio.”
“Trauma survivors may involuntarily relive distressing experiences through flashbacks, making it difficult to distinguish the present moment from the past.”
Examples
simple
“I often relive my childhood holidays when I see the ocean.”
contextual
“The documentary allows viewers to relive the historic moon landing through restored high-definition footage and original audio.”
complex
“Trauma survivors may involuntarily relive distressing experiences through flashbacks, making it difficult to distinguish the present moment from the past.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, usually a memory, event, or experience.
Pitfall
I want to relive in my childhood
I want to relive my childhood
Relive is transitive; it takes a direct object and should not be followed by the preposition 'in'.
Real-World Examples
“Do you work like a method actor – entering, or reliving, the reality of the song during the practice period?” “Rather, they may feel they are reliving the original experience.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Pre-1
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Updated
- アルファベット
- 読み方の一覧 →
QR code
englishreference.com/q/relive