Meaning & Definition of word "Again"
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Again
/əˈɡɛn/
adverb:
- 1. Once more; another time.
- Example: I would like to see that movie again.
- 2. In addition; also.
- Example: She is a talented musician, and again, she is a great artist.
- 3. In return; on the other hand.
- Example: He didn’t call me, but again, I didn’t call him either.
- 4. Returning to a previous state or condition.
- Example: After a long journey, we are finally home again.
- 5. Used to signal the repetition of an action or event.
- Example: Let's try that experiment again to see if we get the same results.
Etymology
Middle English 'agen', from Old English 'ongēan' meaning 'back, against'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
once again:
A phrase meaning one more time.
try again:
To make another attempt.
start over again:
To begin again from the beginning.
come back again:
To return once more.
Related Words
reiterate:
To say something again or a number of times for emphasis or clarity.
renew:
To begin again or to restore.
resume:
To continue after a pause.
Slang Meanings of again
Meaning: do-over
Example Sentence: I messed up the first time, so I'm asking for a do-over.
Meaning: round two
Example Sentence: After losing the first game, we’re ready for round two.