Definition

Experiencing a return to popularity or activity after a period of decline.

Example

The resurgent interest in vintage fashion has led to many thrift stores becoming popular again.

Conversation

Have you noticed the resurgent interest in vintage fashion lately?

Yeah, it's like everyone is suddenly obsessed with it again!

I think it's great — it brings back some amazing styles from the past.

Absolutely! It's fun to see how people are putting their own spin on those trends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resurgent → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "surgere" (meaning to rise). The word describes something that rises again or comes back to life after a period of decline.

Memory Tip

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

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