Meaning & use

revival

noun·Academic

The act of bringing something back into use, popularity, or good condition after a period of decline.

See it in a sentence

The old theater saw a revival of interest after its renovation.

The band's revival tour sold out arenas across the country.

A note on using this word

Revival can describe cultural or economic renewal, or specifically a religious gathering meant to reawaken faith.

Words with a similar meaning

comebackresurgencerenewal

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Words with an opposite meaning

decline

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