# revitalization

/ˌɹiˌvaɪtəɫəˈzeɪʃən/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/revitalization
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

the process of making something new and full of life again. It often refers to improving a place or a system so it works better.

For teachers: the process of restoring something to a state of renewed strength, activity, or usefulness.

## Examples

- The revitalization of the old town center brought many new shops.
- The city's revitalization plan includes building new parks and improving public transport to attract more residents.
- Economic revitalization requires a long-term commitment to infrastructure and education, rather than a single injection of capital into a struggling neighborhood.

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