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resurrected

/ˌrɛz.əˈrɛk.tɪd/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Brought back to life, practice, attention, or use after a period of being forgotten, inactive, or dead.

Example Sentences:
  • The museum featured a collection of resurrected artifacts from the ancient city.
  • Fans rejoiced when the canceled TV show was given a resurrected second season on a streaming network.
2.verb

Past tense and past participle of 'resurrect': to revive or bring back to life or prominence.

Example Sentences:
  • She resurrected the old family recipe for the holiday dinner.
  • The coach resurrected the team's winning strategy after a disastrous first half.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'resurgere', meaning 'to rise again' (from 're-' meaning 'again' + 'surgere' to rise). It entered Middle English via the past participle of 'resurrect', heavily influenced by religious terminology relating to rising from the dead.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of RE-sur-RECT-ed: RE (again) + SUR (surface) + RECT (make right); coming back to the surface once more.

Frequently Asked Questions About “resurrected

1. What is the meaning of “resurrected” in English?

In English, resurrected (adjective) is defined as: “Brought back to life, practice, attention, or use after a period of being forgotten, inactive, or dead.”.

2. How do you use “resurrected” in a sentence?

The museum featured a collection of resurrected artifacts from the ancient city.

3. What are English synonyms of “resurrected”?

Common synonyms include:revived,restored,renewed,rejuvenated,rekindled

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “resurrected”?

Derived from the Latin 'resurgere', meaning 'to rise again' (from 're-' meaning 'again' + 'surgere' to rise). It entered Middle English via the past participle of 'resurrect', heavily influenced by religious terminology relating to rising from the dead.