revegetate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌriːˈvɛdʒɪteɪt/
KK: /rɪˈvɛdʒɪˌteɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To grow back or develop new plants after an area has been cleared or disturbed.
Example
After the forest fire, it took several years for the area to revegetate.
Tense Forms
Past: revegetated
Past Participle: revegetated
Conversation
Have you noticed how quickly the area can revegetate after a fire?
Yeah, it's amazing to see new plants popping up so soon.
I love how nature finds a way to revegetate even in tough conditions.
Absolutely! It shows just how resilient the environment is.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
regrow
replant
revive
Antonyms
deplete
destroy
diminish
transitive verb
Definition
To make an area of land grow new plants or vegetation after it has been damaged or cleared.
Example
The organization aims to revegetate the area after the wildfire.
Tense Forms
Past: revegetated
Past Participle: revegetated
Conversation
Did you hear about the new project to revegetate the park?
Yeah, I think it's a great idea!
I hope they can really bring back the greenery and flowers.
Root Explanation
Revegetate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "vegetare" (from Latin, meaning to grow or to be green). The word "revegetate" means to grow again or to restore vegetation in an area.
Memory Tip
Think of 'growing again' — 're-' means again, and 'vegetare' relates to growth. This helps you remember that revegetate means to restore plant life.
Visually Confused Words
vegetate
vegetative