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re·viv·al \rə̇ˈvīvəl, rēˈ-\ noun (-s) Etymology: revive + -al 1. : an act or instance of reviving or the state of being revived : restoration: as a. : renewed attention to something (as to letters, a technique, or a custom) < a revival of the old independent spirit > < enjoyed the revival of costume parties that season > b. : renewed performance of or interest in the drama and literature : a new presentation or publication (as of a play or book) c. : a period of religious awakening : renewed interest in religion < plans of the American Baptists to promote a nationwide revival this year > also : an evangelistic meeting or a series of evangelistic meetings often characterized by emotional excitement d. (1) : reanimation from a state of languor or depression — used especially of the health, spirits, or similar qualities (2) : restoration to consciousness or life e. : renewed pursuit or cultivation or flourishing state of something (as commerce, arts, agriculture) < a revival of weaving > f. : renewed prevalence of something (as a practice or a fashion); especially : the reappearance of Gothic forms in 19th century architecture 2. : restoration of force, validity, or effect (as to a legal judgment) < the revival of a debt barred by limitation > < the revival of a revoked will > 3. : recall 2 |