Word
reinstatement
Phoneticsre·in·state·ment, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌɹiɪnˈsteɪtmənt/
UK/ɹˌiːɪnstˈeɪtmənt/
Definition
n. the act of putting someone or something back into their original position or state after they were removed or stopped.
n. the act of restoring someone to a former position, status, or condition. Often used in legal or administrative contexts regarding employment or rights.
Examples
“The reinstatement of the employee was announced after the investigation.”
“Following the successful appeal, the court ordered the reinstatement of the suspended officer to his previous rank.”
“The reinstatement of diplomatic relations between the two nations marked a significant shift in regional policy, signaling a willingness to address historical grievances through formal channels.”
Examples
simple
“The reinstatement of the employee was announced after the investigation.”
contextual
“Following the successful appeal, the court ordered the reinstatement of the suspended officer to his previous rank.”
complex
“The reinstatement of diplomatic relations between the two nations marked a significant shift in regional policy, signaling a willingness to address historical grievances through formal channels.”
Real-World Examples
“A federal judge ruled those cancellations were illegal and ordered their reinstatement.” “While Formenton is eligible for immediate reinstatement by Hockey Canada, the others will have to wait for months or years before they can return to the ice at an international level.” Word family
VERB
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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