revitalize
verb/riˈvaɪtəlaɪz/
Frequency rank: #14,806 most common English word
Meaning
to give new life, energy, or strength to something.
Example sentence
The city plans to revitalize the old downtown area by opening new shops and parks.
Synonyms & related words
- rejuvenate
- restore
- renew
- reinvigorate
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