revival
rɪˈvaɪvəl
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Definition of revival - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
renewalact of bringing something back to life or activity
  • The revival of the old theater brought excitement to the town.
renewal restoration resurgence
2.
culturerenewed interest in something previously popular
  • There is a revival of 90s fashion trends.
comeback renewal resurgence
3.
religionrenewed religious interest or awakening
  • The church hosted a revival to inspire the community.
awakening reawakening renewal
4.
theaterUSnew production of a previously performed playUS
  • The theater announced a revival of the classic play.
reproduction
5.
legalTECH.restoration of legal validity or effectTECH.
  • The revival of the contract was approved by the court.
reestablishment reinstatement renewal
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Expressions with revival

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period when a weak or shrinking economy starts growing strongly again
The new policies led to an economic revival across the country.
renewed push to rebuild shared pride, traditions and collective identity
The national revival brought back old festivals and a stronger sense of belonging.
religious gathering to renew faith and interest
The church hosted a revival meeting last Sunday.
comeback in popularity or influence
The band's revival of fortunes was marked by their sold-out tour.
style of architecture inspired by medieval Gothic
The church was built in the Gothic revival architecture style.
connected to 1800s work copying ideas from the European rebirth
The theater features a Renaissance revival facade with arches and columns.

Origin of revival

Latin, re- (again) + vivere (to live)

Terms with revival included in their meaning

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religion
revival of religious interest
revival
returning to a state of activity or consciousness
topic revival
bring up a topic from the past
revival
use something after a long time
revival
something that revives or reinvigorates
revival
revived or restored after being inactive
comeback trend
revival of interest or popularity
revival
revive or bring back into use

Examples of revival in a sentence

  • There was a revival of interest in vintage cars.
  • The art world is experiencing a revival of interest in classical techniques.
  • There has been a revival in the popularity of vinyl records.
  • The revival sparked a renewed interest in faith.
  • Many attended the revival seeking spiritual renewal.
  • The revival of the musical attracted large audiences.

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  1. French:renaissance, regain, ...
  2. German:Wiederbelebung, Erweckung, ...
  3. Italian:rinascita, riscoperta, ...
  4. Spanish:renovación, renacimiento, ...
  5. Portuguese:ressurgimento, renascimento, ...
  6. Chinese:复兴, 复苏, ...
  7. Japanese:復活, リバイバル, ...
  8. Arabic:إِحْيَاء, إِنْعَاشٌ, ...
  9. Hebrew:תְּחִיָּה, תְּחִיָּה, ...
  10. Russian:возрождение, ренессанс, ...
  11. Ukrainian:відродження, ренесанс, ...
  12. Hindi:पुनरुद्धार, पुनरुत्थान, ...

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