RESURRECTION Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

resurrection

noun

ˌre-zə-ˈrek-shən

Definition of resurrection

as in revival

the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a general resurrection of patriotism after the war began

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Recent Examples of resurrection She has been transformed not only by her death and resurrection but by her reaction to it. — Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 18 Aug. 2026 One of the earliest to do so was Spyker, established before the turn of last century, then shuttered before its resurrection 26 years ago by Victor Muller. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, King’s Landing is an absolute state in the wake of Aegon’s resurrection. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026 After years of slapdash sequels and waning fandom, the Camp Miasma slasher franchise is handed over to an enthusiastic young director (Hannah Einbinder) for resurrection. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurrection

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Wowed Out arrives somewhat out of nowhere, following a 2020s thus far spent with the revival of My Morning Jacket after the band nearly collapsed in on itself amid the grueling tours following 2015’s The Waterfall.

— Ryan Leas, Pitchfork, 28 Aug. 2026
Local leaders hail the makeover as a turning point for storm-scarred New Orleans, reclaiming a blighted safety-net icon to drive medical innovation and economic revival across the Gulf South.

— Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of revival

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Syria’s leaders are now positioning the country to benefit from a resurgence of regional turmoil.

— Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026
Styles embraced the boat shoe resurgence for the second day in a row with Prada’s Shuffle antiqued leather lace shoes, a slim, dark brown leather style with an almond toe, minimalist leather lacing and a vintage finish.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of resurgence

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The five-year licenses of Flying Food Group and scores of other airport vendors came up for renewal at the end of June, during a chaotic time for the airport authority.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The letter warned non-compliance would result in a non-renewal.

— Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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