Meaning & use
renewal
The act of extending, restoring, or resuming something that had expired or lapsed.
See it in a sentence
The lease is up for renewal next month, so we need to decide whether to stay.
Spring often brings a feeling of renewal and fresh energy.
A note on using this word
"Renewal" applies both to formal agreements, like contracts and subscriptions, and to abstract feelings of hope or vitality.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
expiration
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