# revitalize

/ɹiˈvaɪtəˌɫaɪz/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/revitalize
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

to make something new and full of energy again. You use this when a place or a person starts to feel better or more active.

For teachers: to restore to life or to a state of activity, health, or strength. Transitive — requires a direct object representing the entity being renewed.

## Examples

- The new park will help revitalize the old neighborhood.
- The government introduced new tax breaks to revitalize the struggling local economy and attract young families.
- Urban planners hope that the redevelopment of the waterfront will revitalize the district, transforming it from a neglected industrial site into a vibrant cultural hub.

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