reestablish
verb/ˌriɪˈstæblɪʃ/
Frequency rank: #17,009 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
to establish again; to restore something to its former state
Example sentence
After the earthquake, the government worked hard to reestablish basic services for the affected population.
Synonyms & related words
More words in ranks 17,001–17,100
- rationalizationthe act of constructing a logical-sounding excuse to justify behavior or decisions, often hiding the real reason.
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- reachableable to be reached or contacted; accessible.
- recedeto move back or withdraw gradually
- reductasean enzyme that catalyzes reduction reactions by adding electrons or hydrogen to a substrate.
- reintroduceto bring something or someone back into use, existence, or a place where it previously existed.
- reintroductionthe act of bringing something back to a place or situation where it previously existed.
- rekindleTo revive or renew a feeling, relationship, or interest that had faded.
- repositionTo place something in a new position or to change the image or marketing strategy of a product or brand.
- revulsiona strong feeling of disgust or repulsion.