reenact
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for reenact, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To bring a law or rule into force again.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use reenact
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From re- ("again") plus enact.
Full origin of reenact →Frequently asked questions
What does “reenact” mean?
The word “reenact” means to bring a law or rule into force again. In plain terms, to do something again, or to perform a past event as if it were happening now.
How do you pronounce “reenact”?
“Reenact” is pronounced ree-ih-nakt (/ɹi.ɪnækt/ in IPA).
How do you use “reenact” in a sentence?
Here is “reenact” used in a sentence: “Parliament voted to reenact the expired legislation.”
What part of speech is “reenact”?
“Reenact” is a verb.
How many meanings does “reenact” have?
“Reenact” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to bring a law or rule into force again.