resurrect
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //ˌrɛzəˈrɛkt//
KK: /rɛzəˈrɛkt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To come back to life after being dead.
Example
Many people believe that one day they will resurrect after death.
Tense Forms
Past: resurrected
Past Participle: resurrected
Conversation
I just finished reading a book about how some cultures believe in the ability to resurrect the dead.
That sounds fascinating! Do they explain how it works?
Yes, they mention rituals and ceremonies that are thought to help souls return to life.
Wow, I’d love to learn more about those beliefs.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revive
reawaken
restore
Antonyms
die
fade
perish
transitive verb
Definition
To bring someone or something back to life or to restore it to a previous state or condition.
Example
The scientists hope to resurrect the extinct species using advanced technology.
Tense Forms
Past: resurrected
Past Participle: resurrected
Conversation
Did you hear they want to resurrect that old TV show from the 90s?
Really? I used to love that show!
Yeah, I think it's great to resurrect shows with a cult following.
Root Explanation
Resurrect is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "surgere" (meaning to rise). The word means to rise again or bring back to life.
Memory Tip
Think of someone rising 'again' ('re-') — that's why resurrect means to bring someone back to life.
Visually Confused Words
resect