noun
reinstatement
Reinstatement (noun) means the act of restoring someone or something to a former position or condition. Example: “His lawyer argued for immediate reinstatement to his old job.”
noun
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The act of restoring someone or something to a former position or condition.
"His lawyer argued for immediate reinstatement to his old job."
"Barry removed Pawlisch last July and the former board member has sought reinstatement to his seat, thus far without success."
— , Citizeens Support Ousting of Homophobic Health Commissioner (1983)
"Many people are unhappy with the sacking of the chief constable and demand his immediate reinstatement."
How to use reinstatement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of putting someone or something back to how it was before.
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Word forms
- Plural
- reinstatements
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Rhymes for reinstatement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What does “reinstatement” mean?
The word “reinstatement” means the act of restoring someone or something to a former position or condition. In plain terms, the act of putting someone or something back to how it was before.
How do you use “reinstatement” in a sentence?
Here is “reinstatement” used in a sentence: “His lawyer argued for immediate reinstatement to his old job.”
What part of speech is “reinstatement”?
“Reinstatement” is a noun.
What is the meaning of reinstatement?
"reinstatement" (noun) means the act of restoring someone or something to a former position or condition.
