resurge

verb

re·​surge ri-ˈsərj 

resurged; resurging

intransitive verb

: to undergo a resurgence

Examples of resurge in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cofounder Crissy Fissbane agrees that face‑to‑face connection is resurging but doesn’t believe virtual networking is disappearing. — Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Retro kitchen designs are resurging with bold blue, green, and orange colors and nostalgic decor. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026

Due to thrifting’s resurging popularity in recent years, secondhand clothing has become its own market, from online storefronts on apps like Depop and eBay to physical chains, like Goodwill opening more locations and even small businesses joining the scene. — Amelia Espinales, Florida Times-Union, 18 June 2026

The virus has resurged across the Americas since a major outbreak started in Canada in fall 2024. — ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin resurgere

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for resurge

• converge
• diverge
• emerge
• submerge
• upsurge
• demiurge
• dirge
• merge
• purge
• scourge
• serge
• splurge