1 A revival is also a performance of a play which has not been seen for a long time: --
2 a process in which something starts to grow, develop, or become successful again: --
spark/lead to a revival Prices at the top end of the market adjusted last year, leading to a revival in recent months.
undergo/enjoy a revival Under new management, the firm has undergone something of a revival.
There are early signs that an economic revival is taking hold.
After the recent recession, retail spending is showing signs of revival.
We remain hopeful that the revival in the global economy will provide a boost to exports over the remainder of this year.
Senior economists believe that market liberalism is leading to a revival of the economy.
The May Day festival originally celebrated the revival of life in early spring after winter.
The new managing director brought about a revival in the company's fortunes.
Cinema in Britain is undergoing a revival of popularity.
St Peter's Church is a striking example of mission revival architecture.