Synonyms for

Resurrected

Verb / ˌrezɜ:ˈektɪd / Another word for resurrected — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to bring back to life; to revive

Synonyms & similar words

raise revive rise resurrect upraise uprise revive reawaken renew restore rekindle reanimate recharge reactivate reincarnate re-establish reinvigorate rehabilitate awaken reborn reconstruct rebuild regenerate

Synonyms by register

Formal

revived reanimated restored reinstated

Informal

brought back woken up back from the dead

Literary

quickened reborn awakened

Antonyms

deceased dead buried extinct perished lost

Common collocations

  • resurrected from the dead
  • resurrected the project
  • resurrected the economy
  • resurrected a tradition
  • resurrected the ancient
  • resurrected the past
  • resurrected the company

Word family

noun resurrection
verb resurrect
adjective resurrected

Usage note

Often used in religious contexts, but can also refer to bringing back something that was inactive or forgotten, like a project or a trend. Be mindful of the strong connotations of revival from death.

Example sentences

  1. The magician resurrected the rabbit from his hat.
  2. The team resurrected their chances of winning with a last-minute goal.
  3. Her love for music was resurrected after attending a concert.
  4. The ancient city was resurrected through the work of archaeologists.
  5. The old car was resurrected with a new engine.

Quotes

  • I'm resurrected from the dead, as you probably know.
  • I don't think anyone's ever been resurrected on the show, but I'm not sure.
  • It's like you're resurrected when you're in the public eye.

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