a person who seeks to bring back or renew interest in something, especially in a religious or cultural context
example
The revivalist movement aimed to reinvigorate traditional practices and beliefs within the community, attracting many who had drifted away from their cultural roots.
synonyms
renewalistrestorerrevitalizer
word origin — The word 'revivalist' comes from 'revival', which is derived from the Latin word 'revivere', meaning 'to live again'. The suffix '-ist' denotes a person who practices or is concerned with something.
SAT Vocabulary Level 3 — Set 149
Set 149 of SAT Vocabulary Level 3 covers 5 words: revivalist, rudiment, bravado, exigency, juxtaposition. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
revivalist · noun/rɪˈvaɪvəlɪst/
a person who seeks to bring back or renew interest in something, especially in a religious or cultural context
The revivalist movement aimed to reinvigorate traditional practices and beliefs within the community, attracting many who had drifted away from their cultural roots.
Synonyms: renewalist, restorer, revitalizer
Origin: The word 'revivalist' comes from 'revival', which is derived from the Latin word 'revivere', meaning 'to live again'. The suffix '-ist' denotes a person who practices or is concerned with something.
rudiment · noun/ˈruːdɪmənt/
a basic principle or element forming the foundation of a subject or skill
Before you can master the art of painting, you must first understand the rudiments of color theory.
Synonyms: fundamentals, essentials, principles
Origin: from Middle English, from Latin 'rudimentum' meaning 'a foundation, first principles', from 'rudis' meaning 'unskilled, rough'.
bravado · noun/brəˈvɑː.doʊ/
a show of boldness or confidence intended to impress or intimidate
His bravado during the presentation was impressive, but it didn't fully mask his lack of preparation.
Synonyms: swagger, bluster, ostentation
Origin: from Spanish 'bravado', meaning 'bravery' or 'boldness'; originally from 'bravo', meaning 'courageous' or 'bold'
exigency · noun/ˈɛksɪdʒənsi/
a situation requiring immediate action or attention
The exigency of the situation demanded that we evacuate the building immediately.
Synonyms: emergency, crisis, necessity
Origin: Derived from the Latin word 'exigentia', from 'exigere' meaning 'demand, require'; influenced by the prefix 'ex-' meaning 'out of' and 'agere' meaning 'to drive, to act'.
juxtaposition · noun/ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/
the act or placement of two things side by side for comparison or contrast
The juxtaposition of light and shadow in the painting creates a dramatic effect that draws the viewer in.
Synonyms: contrast, comparison, proximity
Origin: Late Latin 'juxtapositio', from 'juxta' meaning 'next to' and 'positio' meaning 'position'.