revivalist
definition
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.