Synonyms for
Restoring
Definition
Restoring means to bring back to a former or original condition.
Synonyms & similar words
break
reconstruct
repair
rejuvenate
mend
furbishup
bushel
doctor
reinstate
reestablish
restore
regenerate
touchon
restitute
fix
renewing
reviving
repairing
fixing
mending
rehabilitating
reconstructing
rebuilding
refurbishing
rejuvenating
reinstating
reestablishing
reconstituting
reanimating
reinvigorating
redeeming
reclaiming
rehabbing
restituting
resuscitating
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- restoring order
- restoring balance
- restoring health
- restoring faith
- restoring property
- restoring confidence
- restoring services
Word family
Usage note
Often used in contexts of bringing something back to a previous, better state, such as restoring a building, restoring health, or restoring order. Can imply repair, renewal, or re-establishment.
Example sentences
- I am restoring my grandfather's antique chair.
- The team is restoring an old house to its former glory.
- The museum is restoring a famous painting from the 18th century.
- The company is restoring an old car to sell it for a higher price.
- Restoring the natural habitat of endangered species is important for their survival.
Quotes
The beauty of restoring anything is that you don't have to start from scratch.
Restoring people to their true selves is the best way to help them.
Restoring order is not a matter of personal opinion.