resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 

: a rising again into life, activity, or prominence

a resurgence of interest

Synonyms

• reanimation
• rebirth
• regeneration
• rejuvenation
• rejuvenescence
• renewal
• resurrection
• resuscitation
• revitalization
• revival
• revivification

Examples of resurgence in a Sentence

There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently.

the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed

Recent Examples on the Web

But the laws of football physics tell us A&M’s resurgence will be felt long after the last piece of Vandy’s goalposts are recovered, sliced up and sold for $40.35 on eBay. —David Whitley, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024

One energy source that is seeing a resurgence in interest is nuclear power, since it is touted as a clean energy alternative that promises a smaller carbon footprint to offset AI’s high-energy needs. —Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024

The initiative has led to a resurgence of marine life, helping more than 200 coral fragments grow significantly and increasing the fish population. —Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024

For residents in northwestern Pakistan, the resurgence of violence has reignited haunting memories of 10 years ago, when insurgents operated with impunity, creating a climate of fear. —Zia Ur-Rehman, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 

: a rising again into life, activity, or notice