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Renewable

Verb / ri:ˈnu:ʌbʌl / Another word for renewable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

capable of being replenished or replaced; able to be used again or restored to its original state.

Synonyms & similar words

unrenewable sustainable reusable recyclable restorable replaceable replenishable rechargable revivable reconstructible reusable

Synonyms by register

Formal

inexhaustible replenishable sustainable regenerative

Informal

replacing restoring self-renewing

Literary

everlasting unfailing

Antonyms

finite limited exhaustible nonrenewable depletable unsustainable

Common collocations

  • renewable energy
  • renewable resources
  • renewable source
  • renewable power
  • renewable fuel
  • renewable materials
  • renewable technology

Word family

noun renewal
verb renew
adverb renewably

Usage note

Often used in the context of energy and resources. It implies a capacity to be replenished naturally or through human intervention.

Example sentences

  1. Wind, water, and sunlight are examples of renewable resources.
  2. We need to use more renewable energy to protect the environment.
  3. The company is committed to using renewable materials in their products.
  4. Solar power is a popular form of renewable energy.
  5. Recycling is a great way to make use of renewable resources.

Quotes

  • Renewable energy is not just a concept whose time has come, it is the answer. - Gaylord Nelson
  • The future is green energy, sustainability, renewable energy. - Arnold Schwarzenegger
  • I think the cost of energy will come down when we make this transition to renewable energy. - Al Gore

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