anew

UK: əˈnjuː | US: əˈnuː

Definition

  1. adv. in a new or different way

  2. adv. once more; again

Structure
a <on, in>new <recent, fresh>
Etymology

The word "anew" combines the Old English prefix "a-" (meaning "on" or "in," derived from Proto-Germanic) with "new" (from Old English "nīwe," meaning "recent" or "fresh"). It originally conveyed the sense of "in a new manner" or "afresh," reflecting a renewal or repetition of action. Over time, it retained its core meaning while becoming more literary in modern usage.

Examples

  1. She decided to start her project anew after the initial failure.

  2. The artist painted the canvas anew, experimenting with bold colors.

  3. With the new year, he resolved to live his life anew.

  4. The garden bloomed anew each spring.

  5. After the storm, the village had to rebuild anew.