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re·vi·tal·ize

revitalize

pronunciation:
rih vaI t laIz
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: revitalized, revitalizes, revitalizing
definition: to give fresh life, vigor, or vitality to.
The increase in trade revitalized the shipyards.
similar words:
brace, quicken, regenerate, rehabilitate, rejuvenate, renew, revive
derivation: revitalization (n.)