resuscitate
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for resuscitate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To bring someone back to consciousness or revive them from apparent death.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use resuscitate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin resuscitare, "to rouse again," from re- + sub- + citare ("to summon").
Full origin of resuscitate →Frequently asked questions
What does “resuscitate” mean?
The word “resuscitate” means to bring someone back to consciousness or revive them from apparent death. In plain terms, to revive someone or something from the brink of death or failure.
How do you pronounce “resuscitate”?
“Resuscitate” is pronounced rih-SUH-sih-tayt (/ɹɪˈsʌsɪˌteɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “resuscitate” in a sentence?
Here is “resuscitate” used in a sentence: “Paramedics managed to resuscitate the patient at the scene.”
What part of speech is “resuscitate”?
“Resuscitate” is a verb.
Where does the word “resuscitate” come from?
The word “resuscitate” comes from Latin. From Latin resuscitare, "to rouse again," from re- + sub- + citare ("to summon").
How many meanings does “resuscitate” have?
“Resuscitate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to bring someone back to consciousness or revive them from apparent death.