REVITALIZING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

revitalizing

verb

present participle of revitalize

as in restoring

to bring back to a former condition or vigor a new cream that claims to revitalize sun-damaged skin

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as in reviving

to bring back to life, practice, or activity the bowling alley, eager to revitalize interest in the sport for a younger crowd, started offering "disco bowling" every Friday night with disco music and free soda

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Recent Examples of revitalizing These innovators are revitalizing the struggling economy and introducing a new culture of ambition, collaboration, and problem-solving, moving beyond the complacency and entitlement that the city has been stuck in. — Michael Bernick, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 Keegan later moved into management, revitalizing Newcastle United and taking the club to ⁠the brink of the Premier League title in the mid-1990s before enduring a more difficult spell as England manager. — CNN Money, 20 July 2026 The first step in revitalizing the Angels comes Saturday, in the draft. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 Already, luxury brands that outfitted the couple have seen a boost—Cartier, Christian Louboutin, and Dior under newish creative director Jonathan Anderson, who has been tasked with revitalizing its global profile. — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 6 July 2026 Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer first ran in 2003 on a platform of revitalizing downtown and building a new performing arts center. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2026 The energy projects align with Crystal Sustainability Vision 2030—a plan that covers regenerating nature, resourcing people and revitalizing community. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 26 June 2026 Pittsburgh has put a focus on its cultural amenities and food scene, as well as in revitalizing its neighborhoods, the report noted. — Finch Walker, USA Today, 23 June 2026 His label would specialize in revitalizing the careers of veteran artists whose commercial success seemed to have peaked. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 22 June 2026

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Although most state agencies and programs were cut by 4% in fiscal year 2026 and 5% in fiscal year 2027, Wolff said the fiscal year 2028 budget is not the time or place to begin talking about restoring budget cuts.

— Clark Corbin, Idaho Statesman, 18 July 2026
The federal money would go toward projects like restoring and rebuilding infrastructure, parks, schools and senior centers, as well as housing and residential support.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of restoring

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Visitors explore a Miniland made from LEGO bricks recreating local city landmarks, watch short films in a 4D Cinema with wind, rain and snow effects, ride small attractions and build alongside LEGO Master Model Builders.

— Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026
If someone has already created the applet (the chances are good for common apps), there's no sense in recreating it for yourself.

— Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 23 July 2026

Definition of recreating

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Cook built the arch two decades ago, when resurrecting classical architecture in America was an eccentric idea.

— Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
But Curls Ultra aren’t solely interested in resurrecting the mysticism of the past or indulging in the parties of the present, the occasional fluttering flute solo or boisterous sax line notwithstanding.

— Reed Jackson, SPIN, 26 June 2026

Definition of resurrecting

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Usually, moving up just one container size every two to three years gives roots more room to grow while refreshing the potting mix with nutrients that support healthy, vigorous growth.

— Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 July 2026
Though fit and fabric are steering market trends, color and patterns are proving to be important ways consumers are refreshing their denim style in 2026.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 July 2026

Definition of refreshing

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In an April letter, 11 board members asked that the program be suspended, pointing to the risk of renewing medications — including blood thinners on Doctronic's list — without catching changes in a patient's condition.

— Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
That information includes the types of services covered by the renewal, the frequency and cost of renewing the service, and clear instructions on how to cancel the subscription or membership.

— P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026

Definition of renewing

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