restate

verb

re·​state (ˌ)rē-ˈstāt 

restated; restating; restates

transitive verb

: to state again or in another way

Synonyms of restate

• translate
• summarize

Examples of restate in a Sentence

She needs to restate her arguments.

though I couldn't remember the exact words he used, I restated his message as accurately as I could

Recent Examples on the Web

If someone hesitates, gently restate the goal and offer one reasonable option while staying loyal to your own needs. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026

If tension surfaces in a chat or client meeting, ground yourself by restating the facts, then suggest a next step everyone can accept. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2026

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi restated that position on Sunday. — Willem Marx, NPR, 28 June 2026

If emotions spike, pause, then restate the main goal in plain words. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1713, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for restate

• abate
• airfreight
• await
• baseplate
• berate
• birthdate
• birthrate
• bookplate
• borate
• breastplate
• bromate
• casemate

Kids Definition

restate

verb

re·​state (ˈ)rē-ˈstāt 

: to state again or in another way