C1verb5K

Revive

UK //rɪˈvaɪv//US //rɪˈvaɪv//

Definition

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.

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • revive interest
  • revive health
  • revive a tradition

Synonyms

  • restore
  • revitalize
  • renew
  • resuscitate
  • rejuvenate

Antonyms

  • deaden
  • demoralize
  • dull

Common mistakes

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