reinstate

[ ree-in-steyt ]

verb (used with object)

reinstated, reinstating.

1. to put back or establish again, as in a former position or state:

   to reinstate the ousted chairman.

reinstate

/ ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt /

verb

1. tr to restore to a former rank or condition

Derived Forms

• ˌreinˈstatement, noun
• ˌreinˈstator, noun

Other Words From

• re·in·state·ment re·in·sta·tion [ree-in-, stey, -sh, uh, n] noun
• re·in·sta·tor noun
• un·re·in·stat·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of reinstate¹

First recorded in 1620–30; re- + instate

Example Sentences

"Contractors working on our behalf have been to the site to reinstate the road surface but unfortunately, when replacing the road markings they have misspelt the wording on the tarmac," a spokesperson said.

From BBC

The action came after the Arizona Supreme Court reinstated an 1800s law that essentially banned all abortions.

From Los Angeles Times

You can include in that last week’s announcement about winter fuel payments, which are being partially reinstated from next year.

From BBC

While a left-wing alliance won most seats, Macron appointed the conservative Barnier in a bid to reinstate stability.

From BBC

"We recently reinstated the School Support Staff Negotiating Body, which aims to make sure they are properly valued and respected as the professionals they are."

From BBC

Related Words

• bring back
• reelect
• reestablish
• reintroduce
• renew
• replace
• restore
• revive