C1verb 5K

Revive

🇬🇧 UK //rɪˈvaɪv// 🇺🇸 US //rɪˈvaɪv//

Meaning of Revive

To bring someone or something back to life, consciousness, or a more active state.

In simple words: To bring something back to life or a better condition.

Revive in a sentence

• The doctors managed to revive him after the heart attack.
• The festival aims to revive traditional music in the community.
• They plan to revive the old theater for cultural events.
• A good night's sleep can revive your energy levels.
• The new marketing strategy helped to revive interest in the brand.

How to use Revive

Use in contexts of health, emotions, creativity, or interest. Fits in formal and informal conversations but more common in neutral or formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

revive + object

Memory hint

Think of 'rev' as in driving fast to bring energy back.

Related words

Collocations with Revive

• revive interest
• revive health
• revive a tradition

Synonyms for Revive

• restore
• revitalize
• renew
• resuscitate
• rejuvenate

Opposites of Revive

• deaden
• demoralize
• dull

Common mistakes with Revive

• Confused with 'survive' which has a different meaning.
• Incorrectly used in passive voice (e.g., 'It was revived by him' without context).

Frequently asked questions about Revive

What does Revive mean?

To bring something back to life or a better condition.

What is the definition of Revive?

To bring someone or something back to life, consciousness, or a more active state.

How do you use Revive in a sentence?

The doctors managed to revive him after the heart attack.

Can you give another example of Revive?

The festival aims to revive traditional music in the community.

What are synonyms for Revive?

Common alternatives include restore, revitalize, renew, resuscitate, rejuvenate.

What is the opposite of Revive?

Opposite meanings include deaden, demoralize, dull.

What words go with Revive?

It commonly pairs with revive interest, revive health, revive a tradition.

What are common mistakes when using Revive?

Confused with 'survive' which has a different meaning. Incorrectly used in passive voice (e.g., 'It was revived by him' without context).

How do you pronounce Revive?

US: //rɪˈvaɪv//, UK: //rɪˈvaɪv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Revive?

Use in contexts of health, emotions, creativity, or interest. Fits in formal and informal conversations but more common in neutral or formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Revive?

"Revive" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.