restore

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as in to return
to bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place restored the trophy to its proper place at the center of the shelf

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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How does the verb restore differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of restore are refresh, rejuvenate, renew, and renovate. While all these words mean "to make like new," restore implies a return to an original state after depletion or loss.

restored a fine piece of furniture

When would refresh be a good substitute for restore?

The words refresh and restore are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, refresh implies the supplying of something necessary to restore lost strength, animation, or power.

a refreshing drink

When is rejuvenate a more appropriate choice than restore?

While the synonyms rejuvenate and restore are close in meaning, rejuvenate suggests the restoration of youthful vigor, powers, or appearance.

the change in jobs rejuvenated her spirits

When might renew be a better fit than restore?

The words renew and restore can be used in similar contexts, but renew implies a restoration of what had become faded or disintegrated so that it seems like new.

efforts to renew the splendor of the old castle

When is it sensible to use renovate instead of restore?

The meanings of renovate and restore largely overlap; however, renovate suggests a renewing by cleansing, repairing, or rebuilding.

the apartment has been entirely renovated

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of restore The new exhibitions shine a modern light on returning displays and restore the museum's almost 50-year-old legacy of adding objects that made history but have yet to become historical. Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 1 Aug. 2025 The energy around you may feel optimistic, so now is the time to restore faith in the process of your personal journey. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2025 The Jewel Theater in Oklahoma City was also awarded a $100,000 grant to restore its exterior. Deborah Barfield Berry, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025 After 38 days, enough representatives had trickled back into the state to restore quorum, and Republicans were able to see their measure through. Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for restore
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restore
Verb
  • Weeks after the deal was announced, many Penn faculty members remain in limbo, unsure about which grants have been revived.
    Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 26 July 2025
  • The Brazilian famously walked to the site of Donnelly’s accident at Jerez and watched as the rescue teams fought to revive him on the track.
    Don Riddell, CNN Money, 26 July 2025
Verb
  • Those confirmed to return include Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Paul Rudd, Tom Hiddleston, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke and Simu Liu.
    Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 26 July 2025
  • Strange New Worlds will return for a fifth and final season on Paramount+.
    EW.com, EW.com, 26 July 2025
Verb
  • The 50 Sub and 80 Sub are being replaced with a 64-inch beast and a 100-inch behemoth – both coming with a host of refinements designed to deliver impactful ultra-low rumble.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2025
  • What will replace the rare French glass HBO (Max) shattered with a random Friday-afternoon rock?
    Rachel Handler, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Wake up refreshed, and the day ahead is that bit easier.
    David Phelan, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
  • The Court Circular is the British royal family's official record of previous royal engagements and is usually refreshed online about one day after an appearance is made.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 29 July 2025
Verb
  • The news comes just a few days after it was announced that HBO had renewed the show for a fourth season.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 31 July 2025
  • The city and county’s jail contract automatically renews each year based on their 2011 agreement.
    Tim Clouser, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2025
Verb
  • The suit also pushes back on the incentives Missouri passed to help the teams build or renovate stadiums.
    Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2025
  • The 17-story high-rise hotel was built in 1981 and last renovated 16 years ago.
    Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 1 Aug. 2025

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“Restore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restore. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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