resurrect

verb

res·​ur·​rect ˌre-zə-ˈrekt 

resurrected; resurrecting; resurrects

transitive verb

1

: to raise from the dead

2

: to bring to view, attention, or use again

Synonyms

• reanimate
• recharge
• regenerate
• rejuvenate
• rekindle
• renew
• resuscitate
• revitalize
• revive
• revivify
• rewake
• rewaken

Examples of resurrect in a Sentence

The story is about a scientist who claimed that he could resurrect the dead.

He is trying to resurrect his acting career.

an old government program that is being resurrected

Recent Examples on the Web

Using cloning technology, Mickey is resurrected over and over again after scientists use him in deadly experiments to make the planet habitable for humans. —Rudie Obias, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2025

According to ancient Egyptian religion, Osiris was killed by his brother Seth, but Osiris’ son Horus resurrected his father with a wave of his staff. —Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025

The Stark family’s favorite pet just got resurrected. —Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2025

Joining Willkie Farr & Gallagher as a partner, Doug Emhoff resurrected his legal career upon the Second Gentleman’s return to civilian life with the VP on January 20. —Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from resurrection

First Known Use

1773, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for resurrect

• architect
• circumspect
• deselect
• dialect
• disconnect
• disinfect
• disrespect
• incorrect
• indirect
• intellect
• interject
• intersect

Kids Definition

resurrect

verb

res·​ur·​rect ˌrez-ə-ˈrekt 

1

: to raise from the dead : bring back to life

2

: to bring to attention or into use again