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rendition

3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for rendition, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A particular performance or interpretation of a piece of music, art, or writing.

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 rendition

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a moving rendition rendition of a song extraordinary rendition

Etymology

From obsolete French rendition, shaped by "render"; its legal sense developed alongside that word.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rendition” mean?

The word “rendition” means a particular performance or interpretation of a piece of music, art, or writing. In plain terms, a performance or version of a work, or the handover of a wanted person between authorities.

How do you pronounce “rendition”?

“Rendition” is pronounced rehn-DIHSHN (/ɹɛnˈdɪʃ(ə)n/ in IPA).

How do you use “rendition” in a sentence?

Here is “rendition” used in a sentence: “Her rendition of the national anthem brought the crowd to its feet.”

What part of speech is “rendition”?

“Rendition” is a noun.

Where does the word “rendition” come from?

The word “rendition” comes from French. From obsolete French rendition, shaped by "render"; its legal sense developed alongside that word.

Is “rendition” a common word?

“Rendition” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “rendition” have?

“Rendition” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a particular performance or interpretation of a piece of music, art, or writing.

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