restored
UK: rɪˈstɔːd | US: rɪˈstɔːrd
vt. 1. To bring back to an original or functional state (e.g., a repaired object).
vt. 2. To return something to a former owner or position.
vt. 3. To reinstate a previous condition (e.g., peace, health).
The word "restored" originates from Latin restaurare ("to renew"), combining re- (indicating repetition) and staurare ("to fix or supply"). The morpheme "store" evolved from Latin instaurare ("to set up"), later entering Old French as estorer ("to build or supply"). By the 14th century, English adopted "restore" to mean "to give back" or "repair," with "-ed" marking the past tense. The logic reflects cyclical renewal—physically (repairing objects) or abstractly (reinstating rights).
The museum restored the ancient vase to its original brilliance.
After the war, the government restored diplomatic relations.
She restored the deleted files from the backup.
The treatment restored his mobility.
The king restored the land to its rightful owner.