Reset

/rɪˈsɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An act of resetting something.

The game requires a reset to clear the previous scores.

A return to an original state, especially after a disruption.

The reset of the data system took several hours to complete.

verb

To set again or anew; to restore to a previous state.

I need to reset my password to access my account.

To adjust something back to its original position or condition.

After the power outage, I had to reset the clock on the microwave.

To eliminate the current settings and return to default values.

The technician will reset the device to resolve the connectivity issues.

From re- + set

reset button

A button on a device that, when pressed, causes it to reset to a previous state.

reset the clock

To change the time or setting back to the original time or setting.

clean slate

An opportunity to start something again without any previous problems.

hit the reset button

To start over or make a fresh start in a situation.

restart

To start something again.

reboot

To restart a computer or device.

reconfigure

To change the configuration of something.

To reset one's mindset or attitude.

After the break-up, she needed to reset her mindset.

To start a new phase in life.

After college, he wanted to reset his life and find a new career.