Restore

Definition

Restore is a verb that denotes the action of bringing back a previous right, practice, custom, or situation, or reinstating the original condition or state of something by repairing it or cleaning it.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈstɔr/
• Respelling: ri-STORE (with "ri" as in "rid," and "STORE" as in "store")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈstɔː/
• Respelling: ri-STORE (similar to American English, with "ri" as in "rid," and "STORE" as in "store")

In both dialects, "restore" is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, "STORE." The pronunciation is consistent across both American and British English, with the primary difference being the slightly longer vowel sound in British English, indicated by the "ɔː" phoneme.

Etymology

The term "restore" is derived from the Middle English word restoren, which comes from the Old French word restorer, and from Latin restaurare which means 'to rebuild, renew'.

Derivatives

• Restorer
• Restoration
• Restorative
• Restored
• Restoring

Synonyms

• Renew
• Rehabilitate
• Rejuvenate

Antonyms

• Deteriorate
• Destroy
• Neglect

Usage

The term "restore" is commonly used in various contexts such as restoring furniture, restoring justice, or restoring health, where it denotes a return to a former condition or state.

Related Terms

• Restoration
• Restorative
• Rejuvenation

Detailed Definition

Verb

• Reparation: To bring back to its former condition by cleaning, repairing, or fixing.‍
• Example: They hired an expert to restore the old farmhouse.

• Reinstatement: To bring back a previous right, practice, custom, or situation.‍
• Example: The citizens demanded to restore the old traditions of the village.

• Revival: To bring something back to life, use, or activity.
• Example: Efforts were made to restore economic stability in the region.

• Health Recovery: To bring someone back to health or a normal condition.‍
• Example: After a long illness, nutritious food and rest helped him restore his strength.