
revive
/rɪˈvaɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6400 in the learning path
使复兴;重新流行
Definitions
v. to become active or popular again, or make something so
使复兴;重新流行
v. to regain consciousness or energy, or help someone do so
苏醒;使恢复活力
Example
Our neighbours hope to revive the annual street party.
我们的邻居希望恢复一年一度的街头聚会。
Investment in public transport could revive declining town centres by making local businesses more accessible.
投资公共交通可以让人们更方便地光顾当地商家,从而振兴衰落的城镇中心。
Collocations
- revive the economy
- revive interest in
- revive a tradition
Word family
- revival (n.)
Synonyms
- revitalize
Usage tip
既可及物也可不及物:revive a tradition;hopes revive。
FAQ
- What does revive mean?
- to become active or popular again, or make something so to regain consciousness or energy, or help someone do so
- How is revive pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈvaɪv/, US /rɪˈvaɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.