revive

/rɪˈvaɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to restore to a healthy, prosperous, or flourishing condition; to bring back to life or consciousness.

“The new management plans to revive the struggling company with fresh investments.”

2. verb

to recall a memory or feeling from the past.

“The smell of freshly baked cookies revived memories of her childhood.”

3. noun

a revival, especially of a theatrical performance.

“The musical revival was a huge success, running for months in the city.”

Synonyms

  • reinvigorate
  • renew
  • revitalize

Antonyms

  • demote
  • extinguish