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renaissance

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɹɛnəˈsɑns// UK //ɹɪnˈeɪsəns// re·nais·sance Archaic

n. a period of time in European history when people became very interested in art, science, and new ideas. It also means a time when something old becomes popular or successful again.

n. the period of European history between the 14th and 17th centuries marked by a revival of classical art and learning. In a broader sense, it refers to any period of renewed interest or productivity in a particular field.


SIMPLE

The Renaissance changed how people thought about art.

CONTEXTUAL

Historians often study the Renaissance to understand the transition from the Middle Ages to the modern world.

COMPLEX

The city is currently experiencing a cultural Renaissance, with local government investing heavily in public galleries and music venues to revitalize the downtown district.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from French renaissance.

Usage

Capitalised when referring to the specific historical period; usually lowercase when referring to a general rebirth or revival.

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