The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 5 letter word BORN AGAIN
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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The straight part
We know that "Revived" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case revived = born again.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does BORN AGAIN mean?
BORN AGAIN noun- Someone who has been spiritually changed through their (Christian) faith.
- Someone who has a renewed commitment to Jesus Christ.
- An evangelical Christian.
- Anyone with a renewed commitment to any kind of cause or belief.
- Having been spiritually changed through faith.
- Having a renewed commitment to Jesus Christ.
- Of or pertaining to evangelicalism.
- (by extension) Having a newly won zeal for some activity.