revitalize

IPA/ˌriːˈvaɪtəlaɪz/
KK[rivˈaɪtəlˌaɪz]IPA/ˌriːˈvaɪtəlaɪz/

revitalize — verb

  • revitalizepresent simple I / you / we / they
  • revitalizeshe / she / it
  • revitalizedpast simple
  • revitalizing-ing form

1. to bring something back to a strong, active, or successful condition, especially

1.動詞及物B2
釋義

to bring something back to a strong, active, or successful condition, especially after it has been weak, inactive, or in decline for some time

例句

The city government launched a plan to revitalize the waterfront district with shops and parks.

revitalize + concrete place (waterfront district)

The local economy was revitalized when a tech firm opened a lab and hired graduates.

passive: be revitalized by [event]

同義詞
  • revive

    stronger focus on bringing back from near-collapse or unconsciousness; less common for physical spaces

  • rejuvenate

    suggests making something look or feel younger/fresher; often used for appearance or personal energy, not systems

  • restore

    emphasizes returning to a former good state; often used for buildings, health, or historical objects

文法句型

revitalize + noun phrase

be revitalized + by + noun phrase

用法筆記

Frequently used in formal, journalistic, or policy-related writing. Typical subjects are institutions (city government, company board) or initiatives (plan, policy, investment). Typical objects include physical places (district, neighborhood), economic systems (economy, industry), or organizations (team, staff). Passive forms (was revitalized, has been revitalized) are common.

常見錯誤

❌The old cinema revived after the government gave money.
✅The old cinema was revitalized after the government gave money.
💡'revive' often means bringing something back from unconsciousness or near-death; 'revitalize' is better for places, economies, or organizations regaining strength.