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rejuvenescence

noun

ri-ˌjü-və-ˈne-sən(t)s How to pronounce rejuvenescence (audio)
Definition of rejuvenescencenext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity the newly discovered oil deposits have led to a rejuvenescence of the nation's economy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenescence
  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. renewal
Noun
  • There’s a dramatically prominent Angel (Taylor Scott) as well in Rivera’s drama, now in an Open Fist Theater Company revival at Atwater Village Theatre.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The announcement was made on a busy Stan upfronts alongside new shows with Rachel Griffiths, Angourie Rice and Anna Friel, and a revival for McLeod’s Daughters.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of revival
Noun
  • The former fourth grade teacher and part-time track coach is seeing a resurgence unlike anyone else.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The acquisition comes as prints enjoy a resurgence in popularity, thanks largely to new buyers, Artnet reports.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area's rebirth.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area’s rebirth.
    — Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of rebirth
Noun
  • The three-season renewal comes after The Traitors was already renewed for Season 5, which will premiere next year.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The renewal will take the hit show through its eighth season.
    — Joe Otterson, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of renewal
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