resurgence

[ ri-sur-juhns ]

noun

1. the act or fact of rising again or returning; revival:

   There has been a resurgence of polio in countries where vaccination is viewed with suspicion.

Word History and Origins

Origin of resurgence¹

resurg(ent) ( def ) + -ence ( def )

Related Words

• comeback
• rebirth
• rebound
• recovery
• rejuvenation
• renaissance
• renewal
• restoration
• resurrection
• revitalization
• triumph