resurrect

rɪˈzɛrʃɛkt

Definitions

1. verb

to bring something or someone back to life, use, or popularity; to revive or restore something

“The new movie helped to resurrect the career of the struggling actor.”

2. verb

to raise or restore something from a state of death, inactivity, or disuse

“The archaeologists worked to resurrect the ancient temple.”

3. noun

the act of bringing something or someone back to life, use, or popularity

“The resurrection of the old technology has sparked a lot of interest in the industry.”

4. verb

to bring something back into existence or use after a period of disuse or inactivity

“The company is working to resurrect the production of the classic car model.”

Synonyms

  • reanimate
  • restore
  • revitalize
  • revive

Antonyms

  • abolish
  • demolish
  • destroy
  • exterminate