anew

adverb

ə-ˈnü How to pronounce anew (audio)
-ˈnyü
Synonyms of anew
1
: for an additional time : again
begin anew
2
: in a new or different form
a story told anew on film

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He demonstrated anew that he's not a good leader. These problems must be dealt with anew. The process begins anew each spring. The poem has been translated anew for this new book.
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As Europe panted through rolling heatwaves this summer, I became drawn in by The Perfect Prescription anew. — Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026 The hotel is situated in a floodway, which limits construction for safety purposes, so since 1993 the site’s various owners haven’t been able to build anew; renovating ad infinitum has proven to be just dandy though. — Rachel Tepper Paley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026 Matsson tries to begin anew by stripping his music down to the most basic elements. — David Harris, SPIN, 12 Oct. 2026 The furnishings at the all-day dining spot La Cupola have been revamped also, and the Park Hyatt Milan’s glass dome gleams anew. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for anew

Word History

Etymology

Middle English of newe, from Old English of nīwe, from of + nīwe new

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of anew was in the 14th century

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anew
a new lease on life
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“Anew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anew. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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anew

adverb
ə-ˈn(y)ü How to pronounce anew (audio)
1
: over again : for another time
begin anew
2
: in a new or different form
a story told anew as a movie
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