What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
resurrection
Example
Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. [resurrection: noun]
Example
The garden resurrected after the rain, and the flowers bloomed again. [resurrected: past tense verb]
reincarnation
Example
Hindus believe in reincarnation, where the soul is reborn into a new body after death. [reincarnation: noun]
Example
The caterpillar undergoes a metamorphosis and is reincarnated as a butterfly. [reincarnated: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Resurrection is more commonly used in Christian contexts, while reincarnation is more commonly used in Eastern religious contexts. Both words are less commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between resurrection and reincarnation?
Both resurrection and reincarnation are formal words that are typically used in religious or spiritual contexts.
