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revivify

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /rɪˈvɪvɪfaɪ/

KK: /rɪˈvaɪvəˌfaɪ/

transitive verb
Definition

To give new life, energy, or spirit to something or someone.


Example

The artist aimed to revivify the old traditions through her modern interpretations.


Tense Forms

Past: revivified

Past Participle: revivified


Conversation
Sloth A
I think a short vacation could really revivify our spirits.
Sloth B
Absolutely! A change of scenery always helps.
Sloth A
Yeah, I feel like we need something to energize us.
Sloth B
Let's plan a weekend trip and see how it makes us feel!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
revive
refresh
rejuvenate
Antonyms
weaken
diminish
deplete
Root Explanation

Revive is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "vivificare" (from Latin, meaning to make alive). The word "revivify" means to make alive again or to restore to life.

Memory Tip

Think of someone bringing something back to life — 're-' means again, and 'vivificare' means to make alive.

Visually Confused Words
vivify
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