Revival Definition & Meaning

revival
noun
  1. bringing again into activity and prominence; "the revival of trade"; "a revival of a neglected play by Moliere"; "the Gothic revival in architecture"
  2. an evangelistic meeting intended to reawaken interest in religion

"Revival" in song lyrics

See how revival is used in real songs:

  • "So when I dictate my dialect the science is revival"
    Almighty f/ Canibus, Keith Murray — Handle the Heights
  • "I'm flippin' the television Watchin' the New Revival"
    Bizzy Bone — Have You Ever Been Lonely
  • "Celebrate arrival of hip hop revival"
    Buddha Monk & Da Manchuz — Mongolian Wars

Usage tips for "revival"

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