as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the mayor was present at the ceremony marking the revitalization of the old industrial neighborhood as a new center for art galleries and lofts
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of revitalization
In 2022, the temple staff began a limited revitalization project.
—
Rachel Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
In an effort to provide a vibrant community space, the city of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy broke ground at McKinley Park, marking a major milestone in the park's revitalization.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
My approach integrates job creation via an AI/robotics technology center and the Imperial Avenue revitalization plan, which is projected to generate thousands of local jobs, thousands of new housing units (including affordable options) and measurable reductions in homelessness.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The revitalization of the defensive line turned out to be a masterpiece, in retrospect, rolling eight deep with legitimate threats against the run and pass.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Downtown experienced a revitalization with new housing and restaurants.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
The coalition created the revitalization plan now guiding the community’s development.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The coffee chain saw an increase in comparable transactions in North America — the focus of Niccol's revitalization thus far — for the first time in two years.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Rachel Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
In an effort to provide a vibrant community space, the city of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy broke ground at McKinley Park, marking a major milestone in the park's revitalization.
—Jessica Riley, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
My approach integrates job creation via an AI/robotics technology center and the Imperial Avenue revitalization plan, which is projected to generate thousands of local jobs, thousands of new housing units (including affordable options) and measurable reductions in homelessness.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
The revitalization of the defensive line turned out to be a masterpiece, in retrospect, rolling eight deep with legitimate threats against the run and pass.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Downtown experienced a revitalization with new housing and restaurants.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
The coalition created the revitalization plan now guiding the community’s development.
—Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The coffee chain saw an increase in comparable transactions in North America — the focus of Niccol's revitalization thus far — for the first time in two years.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
Noun
-
After its triumphant Met première, in January of 1958, and a couple of brief revivals through 1965, the piece had decisively departed from the repertory, failing to entrench itself the way the finest operas of Benjamin Britten had done.—
Russell Platt,
New Yorker,
20 May 2026
-
Held on Monday, May 18, this year’s Lincoln Center Spring Gala honored the Downeys at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, currently home to the Broadway revival of the musical Ragtime.—
Jack Smart,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
Noun
-
Except the current ’90s resurgence doesn’t feel the least bit retro.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
15 May 2026
-
Almost half a century later, the resurgence of the LES as an artists’ hub is being shaped by small, independent galleries; artist-run nonprofits like 99Canal and the Abrons Art Center; blue-chip galleries like Perrotin; and the East Side outposts of Chelsea galleries such as Hollis Taggart.—
Natalia Torija,
Curbed,
14 May 2026
Noun
-
Both cities have a claim on Goethe’s legacy—he was born in Frankfurt, but largely worked and eventually died in Weimar—and both cities, too, will attempt to seize upon Mann as a symbol of Germany’s postwar rebirth.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
-
The third vessel, for example, contains circular discs symbolizing water, which Chan associates with rebirth.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Noun
-
Luis, 29 and originally from Mexico, applied for his renewal in November.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
19 May 2026
-
See the full list of new series orders, renewals and cancellations on THR’s network scorecard.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
