restore

/ɹɪstˈɔː/

/ɹɪˈstɔɹ/

to restore

MAIN VERB

to repair a work of art, building, etc. so that it is in a good condition again

return to life; get or give new life or energy

synonyms : regenerate

to give back something stolen, taken away, or lost to its original owner or recipient

synonyms : restitute

restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

synonyms : bushel

antonyms : break

bring back into original existence, use, function, or position

Examples

1. The gardens have recently been restored to their original glory.

2. After the storm, the community came together to clean up the streets, putting everyone to work to restore their neighborhood.

3. The company faced a public relations crisis, so the executives went to ground and worked on a plan to restore their reputation.

4. So- faith in humanity restored.