fuk6 wut6復活复活
Jyutpingfuk6 wut6
Yalefuhk wuht
Definition
To resurrect; to bring back to life.
colloquialdaily actionsother
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of video games, fantasy stories, or religious contexts like Easter. It implies a return to the same physical state or body, distinguishing it from reincarnation or spiritual rebirth. In casual conversation, it is frequently used metaphorically to describe something or someone that was previously inactive or ignored suddenly becoming relevant again.
Examples
After dying in the game, can you revive yet?
This character has finally been revived, I am so happy.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who has just woken up from a nap or recovered from a minor illness, as it sounds overly dramatic and implies they were literally dead.
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Grammar guides
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