Synonyms

reinstate

American

[ree-in-steyt] / ˌri ɪnˈsteɪt /

verb (used with object)

reinstated, reinstating

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

to reinstate the ousted chairman.

reinstate British

/ ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt /

verb

(tr) to restore to a former rank or condition

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Other Word Forms

reinstatement noun
reinstation noun
reinstator noun
unreinstated adjective

Etymology

Origin of reinstate

First recorded in 1620–30; re- + instate

Example Sentences

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They’ll have to be reinstated to vote in the midterms later this year.

From Salon

Davies later reinstated Pierce's permission to officiate; the report says he did not think he "asked or informed anyone", including child protection officers, before doing this.

From BBC

Joslin is asking the court to reinstate them as a Park Service employee, award damages and halt the criminal investigation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even if the president reinstates most levies, the Treasury might have to refund what it has already collected.

From Barron's

Ceramic mugs are back, and the idea of the cafe as a welcoming third place is being reinstated.

From The Wall Street Journal

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