Synonyms of restate

restate

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈstāt 

as in to translate

to express something (as a text or statement) in different words

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• translate
• summarize
• rephrase
• paraphrase
• reword
• reiterate
• recapitulate
• sum up
• boil down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• quote
• repeat
• reproduce
• echo
• copy
• transcribe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of restate

Listen for the real issue, restate your intention, and keep your center. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026

If that sounds convoluted in prose, try watching it as a Netflix movie that dutifully restates its premise every few minutes for multi-screen viewers. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 24 July 2026

The countdown clock is ticking, and both Lestat the vampire and Lestat the TV season are frittering away their last moments on restating the facts. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 20 July 2026

Conflicting arguments The ​current head of Autostrade issued ​an open letter on ⁠Wednesday, restating the company’s commitment to ensure that such a tragedy is not repeated. — CNN Money, 16 July 2026