Word
resurgent
Phoneticsresur·gent
US/ɹiˈsɝdʒənt/
UK/ɹɪsˈɜːdʒənt/
Definition
adj. becoming strong, popular, or active again after a quiet or weak period. You use it when something comes back.
adj. Rising or becoming active again after a period of decline or inactivity. Often describes movements, economies, diseases, or beliefs returning to prominence.
Examples
“The old band is resurgent with young fans.”
“After years of decline, the downtown market is resurgent with new shops and crowds.”
“The resurgent interest in vinyl records shows how older formats can return when listeners seek warmer sound and physical connection.”
Examples
simple
“The old band is resurgent with young fans.”
contextual
“After years of decline, the downtown market is resurgent with new shops and crowds.”
complex
“The resurgent interest in vinyl records shows how older formats can return when listeners seek warmer sound and physical connection.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “resurgent” in context.
Verb
01. appear resurgent
“After years of decline, the brand appears resurgent with younger buyers.”
verb + adj
02. become resurgent
“The virus became resurgent in winter, prompting renewed restrictions.”
verb + adj
03. remain resurgent
“Nationalism remains resurgent in several regions across Europe.”
verb + adj
Adjective
04. newly resurgent
“The newly resurgent party won three consecutive by-elections.”
adv + adj
05. politically resurgent
“They face a politically resurgent opposition determined to reverse reforms.”
adv + adj
Noun
06. resurgent demand
“Resurgent demand for housing has driven prices sharply higher.”
adj + noun
07. resurgent economy
“A resurgent economy has boosted consumer confidence and spending.”
adj + noun
08. a resurgent economy
“A resurgent economy is creating jobs and lifting wages across the region.”
09. a resurgent nationalist movement
“A resurgent nationalist movement is challenging the ruling coalition.”
10. amid resurgent demand
“The company expanded production amid resurgent demand for electric cars.”
11. benefit from resurgent interest
“Museums benefit from resurgent interest in local history.”
12. face a resurgent threat
“European governments now face a resurgent threat from cyberattacks.”
Usage
Often used attributively before a noun or predicatively after 'be' or 'become'.
Real-World Examples
“During the 90s, resurgent neo-Nazis regularly marched through the medieval city.” “A majority of officials at the Federal Reserve thought higher interest rates might become necessary to combat resurgent inflation, according to minutes from the central bank’s April meeting.” Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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