Meaning & Definition of word "Again"

Again

/əˈɡɛn/

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.

●Middle English 'agen', from Old English 'ongēan' meaning 'back, against'.

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.

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.

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.