beginningoftherenaissance
nounUK /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ əv ðə rɪˈneɪsəns/
US /bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ əv ðə ˈrɛnəsɑːns/
The time when people in Europe started to learn and make art again after a long, quiet period.
The beginning of the Renaissance brought new paintings, books, and ideas to Europe.
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2. The early years of the Renaissance period, roughly the 14th century in Italy.
Scholars study the beginning of the Renaissance to understand how art changed.
3. The moment when new interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture first appeared.
The beginning of the Renaissance was marked by a renewed love for old Roman texts.
4. A turning point in history when learning and creativity began to grow again.
Many historians see the beginning of the Renaissance as a turning point for Europe.