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revival
[ ri-vahy-vuhl ]
noun
- restoration to life, consciousness, vigor, strength, etc.
- restoration to use, acceptance, or currency:
the revival of old customs.
- a new production of an old play.
- a showing of an old motion picture.
- an awakening, in a church or community, of interest in and care for matters relating to personal religion.
- an evangelistic service or a series of services for the purpose of effecting a religious awakening:
to hold a revival.
- the act of reviving.
- the state of being revived.
- Law. the reestablishment of legal force and effect.
revival
/ ɪˈɪə /
noun
- the act or an instance of reviving or the state of being revived
- an instance of returning to life or consciousness; restoration of vigour or vitality
- a renewed use, acceptance of, or interest in (past customs, styles, etc)
the Gothic revival
a revival of learning
- a new production of a play that has not been recently performed
- a reawakening of faith or renewal of commitment to religion
- an evangelistic meeting or service intended to effect such a reawakening in those present
- the re-establishment of legal validity, as of a judgment, contract, etc
revival
- In Christianity , an energetic meeting intended to “revive” religious faith. Common among fundamentalists, these meetings are characterized by impassioned preaching and singing.
Other Word Forms
- ԴDzr·a noun
- r·a noun adjective
Example Sentences
He began his career as a dancer in musical theater, which included a two-year ensemble role in the national Broadway revival tour of “Hello, Dolly.”
Since the resurgence of “Suits,” you’ve been asked about reprising your role for a revival or even a movie of the OG series.
Encouraging people to embrace a party lifestyle and let loose, XCX has spent the past year at the helm of a party girl revival.
This year, unlike others, his revival is not too late.
It’s why a modern implementation of the Irish revival is so crucial, and why Kneecap is dedicated to saving it from being lost to time.
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