revenant
1 synonym for revenant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A spirit or reanimated corpse said to return from the dead, as in folklore or horror fiction.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed in the 19th century from French revenant, "coming back", from revenir, "to return" — the same root that gives us "revenue".
Full origin of revenant →Frequently asked questions
What does “revenant” mean?
The word “revenant” means a spirit or reanimated corpse said to return from the dead, as in folklore or horror fiction. In plain terms, something (usually a dead person, in folklore) that comes back.
How do you pronounce “revenant”?
“Revenant” is pronounced REH-vuh-nuhnt (/ˈɹɛvənənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “revenant” in a sentence?
Here is “revenant” used in a sentence: “The film follows a revenant seeking vengeance on those who left him for dead.”
What part of speech is “revenant”?
“Revenant” is a noun.
Where does the word “revenant” come from?
The word “revenant” dates back to around 1800 and comes from French. Borrowed in the 19th century from French revenant, "coming back", from revenir, "to return" — the same root that gives us "revenue".
How many meanings does “revenant” have?
“Revenant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a spirit or reanimated corpse said to return from the dead, as in folklore or horror fiction.
