REACTIVATION Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

reactivation

noun

Definition of reactivation

as in regeneration

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Recent Examples of reactivation Perhaps as a result of the altered immune function, reactivation of dormant viruses has also been documented during and after spaceflight. — Scott E. Solomon, STAT, 22 Apr. 2026 The suit also seeks reactivation and back pay for drivers who were unfairly terminated. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2026 Shingles is caused by a reactivation of the same virus that causes chickenpox. — Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2026 Shingles is a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus that causes chicken pox. — Ashley Milne-Tyte, NPR, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reactivation

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Noun

Looking after the ocean is key, and the resort takes part in a coral regeneration program and works with local marine charities including The Manta Trust and Manta Matcher.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Enzymatic polyester recycling and molecular regeneration each carry two, while cellulosic regeneration and sorting and preprocessing carry three.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of regeneration

Noun

Originally conceived by Bloody Disgusting co-founder Brad Miska, the anthology series has survived a small carousel of distributors, an explosive streaming-era revival, and most recently, the addition of a new financial partner.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 8 Oct. 2026
According to Marlee Lossing, Sweet Tomatoes’ director of corporate affairs, the company has been working on a revival since the chain’s acquisition in 2020.

— Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of revival

Noun

In her note, Dungey opened by touting the studio’s recent successes, including 13 new series orders and 13 series renewals so far this year and its overall slate of more than 80 titles for over 20 platforms.

— Michael Schneider, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
For Hunt’s breakdown of the finale’s major developments and a likely Season 5 renewal, click here.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of renewal

Noun

According to the staff and recurring guests, this era is cutting edge, and the Omni Homestead is facing a, totally, revitalizing and refreshing energy rebirth.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
In Egypt, lotus blossoms crowned temples as symbols of rebirth, while in the Islamic world, marble arabesques bloomed across mosques to evoke paradise.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of rebirth

Noun

Many residents that spoke out at Tuesday’s public hearing agreed that the plaza needs a revitalization of sorts, but not at the expense of pushing the 14 existing businesses out.

— Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
The current phase of revitalization is called United Village, where a new hotel, two restaurant pavilions and more are being built.

— Frankie McLister, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of revitalization

Noun

The biohacking and antiaging clinic has built a reputation for its advanced technologies, cutting-edge protocols and signature rejuvenation treatments that combine detox, meditation and cryotherapy.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Achieving the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand and the two countries can contribute to each other's success, thereby benefiting the wider world.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of rejuvenation

Noun

Somehow, the King of the Monsters has returned — if Palpatine had infinitely regenerative flesh, perhaps his resurrection would have been similarly unsurprising.

— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 26 Sep. 2026
Winners of those games were going to get a ‘one free death’ or ‘resurrection’ certificate.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of resurrection

Noun

The economy has shown signs of strain in recent months, including a bond selloff and a resurgence in oil and gasoline prices.

— Max Zahn, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
What makes Bleecker’s 2026 slate particularly impressive is that the resurgence has come in the wake of a devastating tragedy.

— Brent Lang, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2026

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