revitalization

especially British, re·vi·tal·i·sa·tion

[ree-vahyt-l-ahy-zey-shuhn]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of revitalization¹

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

Example Sentences

City Council, said Kimmel was a major advocate for renovation of the old Masonic lodge and other revitalization Hollywood projects.

From Los Angeles Times

The Salt Songs are considered sacred and are used at many ceremonies to celebrate cultural revitalization and spiritual bond.

From Los Angeles Times

The kung fu revitalization efforts will extend into other areas, including the creation of a martial arts video game.

From Los Angeles Times

The longtime sandwich stand, which closed in 2015, reopened five years later as part of a revitalization of the West Adams neighborhood.

From Los Angeles Times

Abbey praised the EIA as “the world’s premier energy data agency” but also said it is “in urgent need of revitalization.”

From Salon

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