Meaning & use

resurrection

noun·Academic

The act of rising from the dead, or a figurative return to life, popularity, or use after a period of decline.

See it in a sentence

In Christian belief, the resurrection of Jesus is celebrated on Easter Sunday.

The old brand enjoyed a surprising resurrection after a viral social media trend.

A note on using this word

Resurrection has a specific religious meaning tied to rising from death, and a broader figurative meaning describing any dramatic revival.

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Words with an opposite meaning

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