Meaning & use
renew
To extend the period of validity of something, or to begin something again with fresh energy.
See it in a sentence
She needs to renew her passport before the trip next spring.
The failed negotiation only renewed their determination to reach an agreement.
A note on using this word
Renew is common for contracts, subscriptions, and licenses, as well as figuratively for hope, effort, or commitment.
Words with a similar meaning
extendrevive
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Words with an opposite meaning
cancel
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