Restate

/ˌriːˈsteɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To state again or in a new way.

She decided to restate her argument to make it clearer.

To express the same idea using different words.

The teacher asked the student to restate the instructions to ensure everyone understood.

To present information again, often for clarification or emphasis.

During the meeting, he had to restate the project goals because some members were confused.

To declare or assert something again.

In his follow-up email, he chose to restate the terms of the agreement.

The word 'restate' comes from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and 'state' meaning 'to say or express.'

restate the question

to express the question in another way for better understanding

restate the terms

to clarify the terms in which something is agreed or understood

rephrase

to express something in different words.

reiterate

to say something again for emphasis or clarity.