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revival

UK //rɪˈvaɪvəl//US //rɪˈvaɪvəl//

词源

源自中古法语 revivre(复活),最终来自拉丁语 revivere,由 re-(重新)和 vivere(生活)组成。

noun

❶ 指某事物重新变得流行或活跃的过程,常用于描述文化、艺术或宗教活动的复兴。

“The city is experiencing a revival of traditional crafts.”

(这座城市正在经历传统手工艺的复兴。)

“There has been a revival of interest in classical music recently.”

(最近人们对古典音乐的兴趣有所复苏。)

同义词:renewal, resurgence, rebirth

常见短语

revival meeting — 特指基督教中为激发信徒热情而举行的复兴布道会,通常包含讲道和集体祷告。

“The preacher held a revival meeting that lasted three nights.”

(传教士举行了一场持续三晚的复兴布道会。)