Definition

Describing something that has come back to life or been revived.

Example

The ancient traditions seemed redivivus during the festival, as people celebrated their heritage.

Conversation

Did you hear about that old movie getting a remake?

Yeah, I heard it's coming back almost redivivus from the dead!

I wonder if it will capture the magic of the original.

I hope so! A redivivus classic could be amazing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Redivivus is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "vivus" (meaning alive). The word describes something that is brought back to life or revived.

Memory Tip

Think of something coming 'alive again' — 're-' means again, and 'vivus' means alive.

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