Resurrection

/,rezə'rekʃn/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A revival from inactivity and disuse: The act of bringing something back into use, existence, or prominence after a period of inactivity or decline.
    • (The Resurrection): In Christian belief, the event of Jesus Christ rising from the dead on the third day after his crucifixion.
Usage Examples
  • Noun (General Revival): The new funding led to a resurrection of the arts program in the city.The old theater's resurrection as a community center brought joy to the neighborhood.

  • Noun (Theological/Proper Noun): Easter is the Christian holiday celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.The doctrine of the Resurrection is central to Christian faith.

Advanced Usage
  • "a resurrection of": A phrase used to describe the return or revival of a particular idea, feeling, or practice.
Variants and Related Words
  • Resurrect (verb): To bring something back into use or existence; to raise from the dead.
Synonyms
  • Revival: The act of becoming active, popular, or important again.
  • Rebirth: A new or second birth; a period of new life, growth, or activity.
  • Renaissance: A revival of or renewed interest in something.
Related Phrases
  • Resurrection plant: A common name for certain plants that can survive extreme dehydration and appear to "come back to life" when watered.
Noun
  1. a revival from inactivity and disuse
    • it produced a resurrection of hope
  2. (New Testament) the rising of Christ on the third day after the Crucifixion