reerupt

/riːˈɛrʌpt/

Definitions

1. verb

to erupt or break out again, especially after a period of inactivity

“The volcano was expected to reerupt after several years of dormancy.”

2. verb

to come back suddenly and strongly in a particular activity, feeling, or situation

“The artist’s passion for painting reerupted when she received a scholarship to study abroad.”

Synonyms

  • erupt
  • flare up
  • rekindle

Antonyms

  • dissipate
  • subside