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

Or, take advantage of its stretchy material and easily layer it over a white T-shirt to make a reliable basic feel new again, and lean into the 2000s resurgence trend. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 28 June 2026

And for South Africa, that success is part of a continental soccer resurgence. — Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2026

And with the resurgence of vinyl records, Wilson hopes more people will discover what Urban Lights has to offer. — Reg Chapman, CBS News, 27 June 2026

Some optimists even see hints of a ’60s-style resurgence with bright young filmmakers creating smart young movies. — Peter Bart, Deadline, 25 June 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