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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Testifying before Congress raised the specter that Fauci could be accused anew of lying — potentially opening the door to efforts by his foes to prosecute him. — Helen Branswell, STAT, 29 July 2026 For Americans looking to start anew abroad, relocating to a tax-free country might be an appealing option. — Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026 The president had said that the pool would have to be drained anew as part of the new round of repairs. — ABC News, 10 July 2026 But these two figures, created by one of our most keenly observant writers, deserve to be interpreted anew. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 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 5 Aug. 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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