1. to be revived, be restored to vigor, be reinvigorated, be revitalized, be rejuvenated. 2. to be pleased greatly, be delighted. 3. to be made to thrive, be made prosperous. 4. (for a building) to be restored, be repaired. 5. (for a building or an institution) to be built, be established. 6. to be revivified, be restored to life, be reanimated. 7. to be vivified, be endowed with life, be animated