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

Until the recent resurgence in cases, the United States went several years without any measles deaths. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2026

One of the Flyers’ best players in the playoffs, Couturier’s late-season resurgence as a physical, tone-setting fourth-line center was remarkable. — Kevin Kurz, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

The label’s tenure coincides with the collapse of the record business and the rise of streaming and the resurgence of vinyl. — Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Add another milestone to Ella Langley’s rapidly growing and already-historic résumé, as well as women’s current chart resurgence. — Gary Trust, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026