Synonyms of resurgence

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• revival
• rebirth
• renewal
• renaissance
• resurrection
• regeneration
• revitalization
• rejuvenation
• resuscitation
• revivification
• reanimation
• rejuvenescence
• restoration
• recovery
• reinvention
• renascence
• reactivation
• recuperation
• restoral
• rally

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• death
• expiration
• extinction

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of resurgence

Advertisement For many who work in climate, this season of extremes has revived the longstanding prediction that the effects of rising global temperatures will help drive a resurgence in concern among policymakers and the general public. — Justin Worland, Time, 18 July 2026

Le Male, launched in 1995, has been having a resurgence, especially since 2024. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Mack, who had just six sacks in 2024, returns for a 13th NFL season, but at 35, a resurgence isn’t likely. — Mike Jones, New York Times, 16 July 2026

Amanda did say that the resurgence of Loverboy had nothing to do with Kyle and was more about how much people hate her, which just reconfirms the worst things about Amanda that people on the internet say. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 July 2026