reinstate
Translation
to restore, to put back, to re-establish
Examples
The company decided to reinstate the old policy.
The company decided to reinstate the old policy.
He was reinstated in his post after the appeal.
He was reinstated in his post after the appeal.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to restore (sth.) to its former condition They will reinstate the original rules.
((sb.)) 〈as sth.〉 to give (sb.) back their previous job She was reinstated as director.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restore, put back, re-establish; Antonyms: remove, dismiss, abolish
Etymology
From 're-' (again) + 'in-' + 'state'. To put someone or something back into their former state or position.
Memory Tips
Think of putting someone back 'in' their previous 'state' or job. 'Re-instate' the king on his throne.