resuscitation

Definitions

The act or process of reviving someone from unconsciousness or apparent death.

The restoration of life or consciousness to a person who is near death, typically through medical intervention.

Examples

The paramedics performed emergency resuscitation on the patient until his pulse returned.

Medical students are required to complete a certification course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Synonyms

revival revitalization resurrection reanimation restoration recovery renewal

Antonyms

death extinction demise expiration cessation destruction ruin