RESURRECTION Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

resurrection

noun

ˌre-zə-ˈrek-shən

Definition of resurrection

as in revival

the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a general resurrection of patriotism after the war began

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Recent Examples of resurrection Thus, around 1912–14, Picasso, Braque, and Juan Gris revived one of the classical modes of imitation, but this resurrection of good old cut-and-paste went unnoticed due to its modernist rebranding. — Mario Carpo, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 The venue is among a group of local exhibition landmarks, including Hollywood’s Cinerama Dome, Glendale’s Alex and Westwood’s Village, whose resurrections as first-run movie houses has generated a surge of civic optimism. — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 28 Aug. 2026 Her cycle of resurrections, the highs and lows, didn’t seem to change her much over the years, even as the highs garnered her over half a billion dollars. — Shima Oliaee, Time, 26 Aug. 2026 Traditional onstage glamour has been in desperate need of a cultural resurrection anyways. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurrection

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The Spanish brand has also announced the revival of one of its most cherished race bikes, the TSS350.

— Bultaco, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
Whether that reflects a revival among Western populations or the strength of Africa’s Christian diaspora, Eze sees it as a new chapter.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of revival

Noun

His power slackened in 2025 before a slight resurgence this season.

— Andy McCullough, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The lack of federal guidance, conflicting messages and potential barriers to immunizations worry public health officials because vaccination rates are already falling, leading to resurgences of dangerous diseases like measles.

— Rob Stein, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of resurgence

Noun

In late April, Carr directed the FCC Media Bureau to force ABC to apply for renewal of their licenses early.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Many Indian and Nepali restaurants were reportedly forced to close after their owners — most of whom came from their native countries to seek business opportunities in Japan — said their visa renewals had been rejected.

— Christine Miyawaki, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026

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