RESURGENCE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

resurgence

noun

ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s

as in revival

the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed

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Recent Examples of resurgence The work of Armenian painter Haroutiun Galentz (1910–1967) is seeing a resurgence with interest in both Italy and Lebanon. —

The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 12 June 2026 Pale Yellow While pale yellow is a less common paint color pick to begin with, buttery hues have been experiencing a resurgence. —

Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 11 June 2026 Briseño stressed that Jalisco has not faced any security issues recently and that a resurgence of trouble was not expected. —

ABC News, 10 June 2026 Luckily, the resurgence of all things ’90s has, of course, seeped over to the realm of wedding guest dressing. —

Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurgence

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Celia Rowlson-Hall, who has worked in music videos and short films, will choreograph the revival, which will feature music supervision by Or Matias.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
The Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik musical Spring Awakening will get an Off Broadway revival this fall at Studio Seaview, with Tony-winning director Danya Taymor (The Outsiders) and The Testament of Ann Lee choreographer Celia Rowlson-Hall making her stage choreography debut.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 June 2026