Revitalize: meaning, definitions and examples

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revitalize

 

[ ˌriːˈvaɪ.t̬əl.aɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

renew energy

To revitalize means to give new life, energy, or strength to something that has become tired or inactive.

Synonyms

regenerate, reinvigorate, rejuvenate, renew

Examples of usage

  • Regular exercise can revitalize your body and mind.
  • A fresh coat of paint can revitalize an old building.
  • Her inspiring speech helped to revitalize the team's morale.
Context #2 | Verb

renew economy

To revitalize can also mean to improve or renew the economic vitality of a place or organization.

Synonyms

regenerate, rehabilitate, reinvigorate, rejuvenate

Examples of usage

  • The government introduced a plan to revitalize the struggling economy.
  • The new business owner is determined to revitalize the company's finances.

Translations

Translations of the word "revitalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 revitalizar

🇮🇳 पुनर्जीवित करना

🇩🇪 revitalisieren

🇮🇩 menghidupkan kembali

🇺🇦 оживити

🇵🇱 ożywiać

🇯🇵 再活性化する

🇫🇷 revitaliser

🇪🇸 revitalizar

🇹🇷 canlandırmak

🇰🇷 활력을 불어넣다

🇸🇦 إحياء

🇨🇿 oživit

🇸🇰 oživiť

🇨🇳 复兴

🇸🇮 oživiti

🇮🇸 endurlífga

🇰🇿 қайта жандандыру

🇬🇪 აღორძინება

🇦🇿 canlandırmaq

🇲🇽 revitalizar

Etymology

The word 'revitalize' originated in the late 19th century, combining the prefix 're-' (meaning 'again') with 'vitalize' (from Latin 'vita', meaning 'life'). The concept of revitalization has been important throughout history in various contexts, from personal wellness to urban renewal.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,177, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.