rendition
3 synonyms 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
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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.
Full origin of rendition →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.
Related words
extraordinary rendition
render
