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renaissance

/ˈrɛn.ə.sɑːns/

/ˈrɛn.ə.sɑns/

renaissancenoun

renaissances

/ˈrɛn.ə.sɑːns/

/ˈrɛn.ə.sɑns/

Translations

The Renaissance was a period of great cultural change and achievement in Europe.

Ренессанс был периодом больших культурных изменений и достижений в Европе.

Definitions

The revival of art and literature under the influence of classical models in the 14th–16th centuries.

The Renaissance was a period of great cultural and artistic achievement in Europe.

A revival or renewed interest in something.

The city is experiencing a renaissance in its downtown area, with new shops and restaurants opening every month.

Synonyms

renaissanceadjective

Used attributively to describe things relating to the Renaissance period.

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of the European Renaissance period.

The museum houses an impressive collection of Renaissance paintings.

Synonyms

renaissanceproper noun

Definitions

The period of European history from the 14th to the 17th centuries characterized by a revival of classical art, literature, and learning.

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the most celebrated artists of the Renaissance.