resublime

/riːˈsʌblˈaɪm/

Definitions

1. verb

to restore something to a state of grandeur or beauty

“The old city was resublimed after years of restoration work.”

2. verb

to cause something to be restored to a state of grandeur or beauty

“The artist aimed to resublime the old landscape painting.”

3. noun

a restoration or revival of something to a state of grandeur or beauty

“The resublimation of the old castle was a major tourist attraction.”

4. adjective

restored or revived to a state of grandeur or beauty

“The resublime architecture of the old church was breathtaking.”

Synonyms

  • rehabilitate
  • revitalize

Antonyms

  • degrade
  • deteriorate