revitalization
|re-vi-ta-li-za-tion|
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/riˌvaɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
(revitalize)
bringing back to life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'revitalization' originates from the Latin word 'vita,' meaning 'life,' combined with the prefix 're-' meaning 'again,' and the suffix '-ization' indicating a process or action.
Historical Evolution
'Revitalize' transformed from the Latin word 'revitalis,' which meant 'to give life again,' and eventually became the modern English word 'revitalize.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give life again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of bringing something back to life, activity, or prominence.
The revitalization of the downtown area attracted new businesses.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35