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resurgence

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /rɪˈsɜːrdʒəns/

KK: /rɪˈsɜrʤəns/

noun
Definition

A return to a previous state or condition, especially after a period of decline or inactivity.


Example

The resurgence of interest in traditional crafts has led to a revival of many old techniques.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed the resurgence of interest in vintage clothing lately?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's everywhere! People are really into retro styles again.
Sloth A
I think it’s great to see such a resurgence in creativity and personal expression.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It makes shopping so much more fun when there's variety.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revival
renewal
reawakening
Antonyms
decline
diminution
decrease
Root Explanation

Resurgence → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "surgere" (meaning to rise). The word describes the act of rising again or a revival after a period of decline.

Memory Tip

Think of something 'rising again' — 're-' means again, and 'surgere' means to rise.

Visually Confused Words
esurience
urgence
upsurgence
resorbence
refulgence
recurrence
insurgence
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