resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 

: a rising again into life, activity, or prominence

a resurgence of interest

Synonyms of resurgence

• revival
• rebirth
• renewal

Examples of resurgence in a Sentence

There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently.

the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed

Recent Examples on the Web

His power slackened in 2025 before a slight resurgence this season. — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

The lack of federal guidance, conflicting messages and potential barriers to immunizations worry public health officials because vaccination rates are already falling, leading to resurgences of dangerous diseases like measles. — Rob Stein, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026

Investors have been rattled by the resurgence of inflationary pressures, particularly as a fresh wave of conflict in the Middle East drives oil prices higher. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

Kidman and Bullock’s sisterly chemistry, the nearly all-female cast, the camp value, and the film’s lore trickling out over the years have also contributed to a recent resurgence of interest. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for resurgence

• convergence
• divergence
• emergence
• submergence
• postemergence
• preemergence
• reemergence
• vergence

Kids Definition

resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 

: a rising again into life, activity, or notice