resurgence

[ri-sur-juhns]

noun

1. the act or fact of rising again or returning; revival.

   There has been a resurgence of polio in countries where vaccination is viewed with suspicion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of resurgence¹

resurg(ent) ( def. ) + -ence ( def. )

Example Sentences

And making sure that, amid a resurgence from their rotation, they were finding ways to more consistently manufacture runs.

From Los Angeles Times

County is very serious about preventing a resurgence of rabies.

From Los Angeles Times

As fate would have it, the 25th anniversary of Not That Kind has coincided with a resurgence of Anastacia's music on social media.

From BBC

The impact of the venture has been reflected in the resurgence of the Korean American Association of Greater Savannah.

From BBC

The attack comes amid a resurgence in jihadist activity in Nigeria's north-east, with Boko Haram fights and rivals, the West African branch of the Islamic State group, stepping up attacks.

From BBC

Related Words

• comeback 
• rebirth 
• rebound 
• recovery 
• rejuvenation 
• renaissance 
• renewal 
• restoration 
• resurrection 
• revitalization 
• triumph