resurrects

Resurrects is the third-person singular present tense of the verb resurrect, meaning to bring someone or something back to life after death, or to restore to a former condition or use. The term is used in religious, literary, and figurative contexts as well as in everyday language when describing revival or renewal.

Etymology and sense: Resurrect derives from Latin resurgere, “to rise again,” with the participle form resurrectus. The English verb entered through historical layers of Latin and French influence and is closely linked to the noun resurrection. While both words share the same root, resurrect emphasizes the act of bringing back to life or function, whereas resurrection refers to the event or concept itself.

Usage and contexts: In religious discourse, resurrection typically refers to a miraculous or divinely enabled return to life after death, such as the resurrection of Jesus in Christian tradition. More broadly, the verb is used to describe revival in non-religious settings—for example, a person recovering after illness, a tradition regaining popularity, or a person or character being brought back into a story or public life. In fiction and media, characters or ideas may be resurrected through plot devices or dramatic reversals. In secular journalism or commentary, resurrect can be used metaphorically to indicate reviving an old program, feature, or movement.

Nuance and alternatives: The word carries strong religious and dramatic connotations. In some contexts, writers may prefer revive, renew, or reinstate to avoid religious overtones, depending on tone and audience. Related terms include resurrection, resuscitation, and revival.