Extinction
Extinction noun - The state or fact of being rendered nonexistent, physically unsound, or useless.
Resurgence is an antonym for extinction.
Nearby Word: extinct
Resurgence
Resurgence noun - The act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity.
Usage example: the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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Synonyms for Resurgence
Extinction is an antonym for resurgence.
Nearby Words: resumption, resurgent
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Resurgence and Extinction. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 03, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/extinction/resurgence
Extinction & Resurgence. N.p., 2016. Web. 03 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/extinction/resurgence>.
Resurgence or Extinction. 2016. Accessed August 03, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/extinction/resurgence.
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