revival
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
when something from the past becomes popular or successful again.
the return to popularity, activity, or fashion of a practice, style, or cultural movement.
Simple“There has been a huge revival of vinyl records among young music fans.”
In context“The city's industrial district is undergoing a cultural revival, with old warehouses being converted into modern art galleries and studios.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a new production of an old play, or a TV show that returns after being cancelled.
a new production of a previously performed play or the resumption of a television series after a significant hiatus.
Simple“The theatre is planning a revival of the famous musical next summer.”
In context“Fans were delighted when the network announced a limited-series revival of the cult classic ten years after its final episode aired.”
Synonymsrelaunchre staging - 03 C1 Advanced
the return of strength, energy, or a good mood.
the restoration of physical strength, consciousness, or emotional vitality after a period of weakness or depression.
Simple“After a short nap and a glass of water, she felt a revival of her energy.”
In context“The patient showed a sudden revival of spirits when her family arrived, showing more alertness than she had in days.”
SynonymsrecoveryrecuperationAntonyms - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
a period when many people become interested in religion again.
a period of renewed religious interest and enthusiasm within a community, often marked by evangelistic meetings.
Simple“The preacher travelled across the country holding large revival meetings in tents.”
In context“Historians often study the Great Awakening as a pivotal religious revival that reshaped the social fabric of the American colonies.”
Synonyms - 05 C2 Proficiency
making a law or a legal case valid again.
the restoration of legal force, validity, or the reinstatement of a previously terminated legal action.
Simple“The lawyer argued for the revival of the case based on new evidence.”
In context“The statute allows for the revival of certain debt claims if the debtor makes a partial payment after the limitation period has expired.”
SynonymsAntonymsnullification
“He and Watkins met on the 2018 Broadway revival of the pre-Stonewall chamber-piece The Boys in the Band .”
“The internal rifts threatened to distract the group while it was facing severe business headwinds including the revival of Air India , which it bought from the Indian government in 2022.”
From revive + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.