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revived

/rɪˈvaɪvd/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

Restored to life, consciousness, vigor, or popularity.

Example Sentences:
  • Paramedics successfully revived the patient after his heart stopped.
  • The committee hopes to revive the downtown area with new arts festivals.
2.adjective

Brought back to life, activity, or relevance.

Example Sentences:
  • Fans celebrated the revived television series after a ten-year hiatus.
  • She felt a revived sense of purpose after taking a long vacation.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'reviviscere', composed of 're-' (again) and 'viviscere' (to come to life), related to 'vivere' (to live). It entered Middle English via Old French 'revivre' in the 14th century, initially meaning to return to life or consciousness.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 're-' (again) + 'vive' (life, like vivid or survive) — to bring back to life again.

Frequently Asked Questions About “revived

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

In English, revived (verb) is defined as: “Restored to life, consciousness, vigor, or popularity.”.

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

Paramedics successfully revived the patient after his heart stopped.

3. What are English synonyms of “revived”?

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

Derived from the Latin 'reviviscere', composed of 're-' (again) and 'viviscere' (to come to life), related to 'vivere' (to live). It entered Middle English via Old French 'revivre' in the 14th century, initially meaning to return to life or consciousness.