Definitions

1. noun

a person or thing that revives or restores something, especially a person who brings something back to life or popularity

“The revival of the classic musical was thanks to the efforts of the dedicated reviver.”

2. noun

a person or thing that revives or restores a particular quality, feeling, or atmosphere

“The art gallery was a reviver of the city’s cultural scene.”

3. verb

to bring something back to life, popularity, or a previous state

“The new management aimed to reviver the company’s fortunes by cutting costs and increasing efficiency.”