revitalization

American  

[ree-vahyt-l-ahy-zey-shuhn] / riˌvaɪt l aɪˈzeɪ ʃən /

especially British, revitalisation

noun

1. the act or process of giving new life or fresh vitality or energy to someone or something.

   New restaurants can be an anchor in the revitalization of a neglected or run-down neighborhood.

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Etymology

Origin of revitalization

revitaliz(e) ( def. ) + -ation ( def. )

Example Sentences

Emmanuel Macron rose to the French Presidency on a promise of reform and economic revitalization.

From The Wall Street Journal

The restored Plaza Theatre is expected to be a linchpin in the city’s downtown revitalization efforts, attracting people from far and wide to the area’s many hotels, restaurants and shops.

From Los Angeles Times

Instead, honor Frank Gehry, who died on the day this deal was announced, by remembering the Bilbao effect — providing one shining example of greatness can jump-start global revitalization.

From Los Angeles Times

“There are groups pushing that there be more resources put there, and that Frank McCourt contribute more to Chinatown development and redevelopment and revitalization.”

From Los Angeles Times

They’re the doctor on the local hospital board, the businesswoman helping local education, the volunteers in the group that helps new mothers, the store owners heading the downtown revitalization effort.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• reactivation
• rebirth
• recovery
• regeneration
• rejuvenation
• renaissance
• renewal
• restoration
• resurgence
• resuscitation