reborn
When someone or something is reborn, they've had a complete transformation and are renewed in some way.
You might hear the word "reborn" used when talking about spiritual experiences. For example, if someone has a life-changing event that makes them feel like they've been born again, you could say they're reborn. Some people believe that certain animals or insects can be reborn as well – for instance, if a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, we might call the process of transformation "rebirth" too.
How common is "reborn"?
Word reborn is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Revived or regenerated, especially emotionally or spiritually.
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