rejuvenescence

noun

ri-ˌjü-və-ˈne-sən(t)s How to pronounce rejuvenescence (audio)
Definition of rejuvenescencenext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity the newly discovered oil deposits have led to a rejuvenescence of the nation's economy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenescence
  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. renewal
Noun
  • The revival, however, is a new proposition for a generation with no muscle memory for heels.
    — Laura Neilson, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
  • New York’s Town Hall venue is providing some alternative programming for Election Night — a revival of a cult streaming series.
    — Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of revival
Noun
  • Cook’s resurgence since leaving TCU feels like a storyline out of a movie.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026
  • What to make of Comedy Central’s recent resurgence, with the dawn of the Skydance era, remains to be seen.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • And now that date represents another birthday of sorts, a rebirth.
    — LaShae D. Rolle, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The Prime Minister’s office has been held by Israelis of Eastern European descent (Ashkenazi) since the rebirth of the Jewish state in 1948.
    — Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of rebirth
Noun
  • Under the contract, Tiebreaker will offer per-show payments to Forest Hills Gardens Corporation starting at $15,500 and reaching $18,000 during the three-year final renewal term.
    — Elle McLogan, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Advertisers can now apply for an annual permit that costs $400 initially, with annual renewals costing $500.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of renewal
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