revival
rih-VEYE-vuhl
Revival (noun) means a return of something, such as interest, energy, or activity, after a period of decline. Example: “Local crafts have enjoyed a revival as more people look for handmade gifts.”
noun
1
A return of something, such as interest, energy, or activity, after a period of decline.
"Local crafts have enjoyed a revival as more people look for handmade gifts."
"The neighbourhood has seen a revival since the new shops opened."
"There's been a revival of interest in vinyl records among young listeners."
2
A new production of an older play, musical, or film.
"Critics praised the revival of the old comedy at the small theatre."
"A cinema in town is showing a revival of that classic romance this weekend."
"The theatre is staging a revival of the classic 1960s musical."
3
A meeting or period focused on renewing religious enthusiasm.
"Hundreds of people gathered in a big tent for the summer revival."
"The preacher led a revival meeting that lasted several evenings in the village hall."
"The church held a week-long revival to reinvigorate the congregation."
How to use revival
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA comeback — something old or forgotten becoming popular, active, or performed again.
Common pairings
economic revival
a stage revival
religious revival
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Word forms
- Plural
- revivals
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Etymology
Formed from revive plus the suffix -al.
Synonyms
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resurgence
renaissance
rebirth
renewal
comeback
resurrection
revitalization
revitalisation
revivification
revive
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Rhymes for revival
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What does “revival” mean?
The word “revival” means a return of something, such as interest, energy, or activity, after a period of decline. In plain terms, a comeback — something old or forgotten becoming popular, active, or performed again.
How do you pronounce “revival”?
“Revival” is pronounced rih-VEYE-vuhl (/ɹɪˈvaɪ̯vəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “revival” in a sentence?
Here is “revival” used in a sentence: “The neighbourhood has seen a revival since the new shops opened.”
What is another word for “revival”?
Words with a similar meaning to “revival” include revive.
What part of speech is “revival”?
“Revival” is a noun.
Is “revival” a common word?
“Revival” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “revival” have?
“Revival” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a return of something, such as interest, energy, or activity, after a period of decline.
What is the difference between a 'revival' and a 'renaissance'?
A 'revival' is the return of something after a period of decline, such as renewed interest in an old fashion. A 'renaissance' suggests a broader, more sweeping rebirth of culture, art, or learning, and is often larger in scope than a simple revival.
What is a 'revival' in theatre?
In theatre, a revival is a new production of an older play or musical that has not been staged for some time. Producers revive well-known works to introduce them to new audiences.
What is the difference between 'revival' and 'resurgence'?
Both describe something growing strong again after a decline. 'Resurgence' emphasizes a powerful rise back to prominence, often used for movements or trends, while 'revival' is broader and can also apply to reviving a play, a religious meeting, or general interest.
What is a 'religious revival'?
A religious revival is a meeting or period intended to renew and strengthen religious enthusiasm and commitment. Such events often feature energetic preaching and are meant to reawaken faith in a community.
