Revitalize

usgb/ˌriːˈvaɪtəlaɪz/
verb

To give new life, energy or strength to something.

The town was revitalized with the new shopping center.
Visual representation of "revitalize" - To give new life, energy or strength to something

Often appears as...

  • revitalize the economy
  • revitalize the neighborhood
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Positive Connotation

Revitalize often implies a positive change or improvement in condition or strength.

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The renovation project will revitalize the old museum.
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Comprehensive Change

It suggests thorough or significant change rather than minor adjustments.

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The city plans to revitalize the waterfront area.
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Cultural Renewal

It can be used to describe efforts to renew cultural or community practices.

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A festival was organized to revitalize local traditions.
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energizeinvigoraterefreshregeneraterejuvenatorrenewrestoreresuscitaterevive
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