revival

Definitions

An improvement in the condition, strength, or fortunes of someone or something.

The restoration of the use, importance, or popularity of something.

A new production of an old play or musical.

Examples

The local theater is experiencing a revival thanks to the popularity of classic plays.

There has been a sudden revival of interest in traditional folk music among the younger generation.

Synonyms

resurgence renaissance restoration resuscitation renewal reawakening recovery

Antonyms

decline extinction decay obsolescence stagnation collapse deterioration