regenerate

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. reformed spiritually or morally

- a regenerate sinner

- regenerate by redemption from error or decay

Similar word(s): saved, reborn, reformed

verb

1. reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new

Similar word(s): renew

Definition categories: creation

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

Definition categories: change, increase

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

Similar word(s): reclaim, rectify, reform

Definition categories: change, alter, modify

4. return to life; get or give new life or energy

Similar word(s): rejuvenate, restore

Definition categories: change, regenerate, renew

5. replace (tissue or a body part) through the formation of new tissue

- The snake regenerated its tail

Definition categories: change

6. be formed or shaped anew

Definition categories: change, form, spring

7. form or produce anew

- regenerate hatred

Definition categories: change, create, make

8. undergo regeneration

Definition categories: body, change

9. restore strength

Similar word(s): revitalize

Definition categories: body, ameliorate, amend, better, improve, meliorate