reinstate

Definition

  • verb: to put (someone) back in a job or position that had been taken away
  • verb: to place again (as in possession or in a former position)
  • synonyms: reëstablish, replace

Examples

  • The company promised to 'reinstate' [='rehire'] the employees that had been laid off.

  • The court case was dismissed by the judge but 'reinstated' [='reopened'] on appeal.

  • After his name was cleared, he was 'reinstated' as committee chairperson.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Something on your mind? - An order from the commissioner. - Oh, yes? - It concerns Clouseau. - Yes, go on. - He's to be reinstated as an inspector. What? You can't be serious. And he's to report immediately to Colonel... Sharki in Lugash. I see. - Sir. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
  • (..) Congratulations. Living the American dream. Okay, fine. I will help you. On one condition. Name it. You reinstate me as Head of Nuclear Research, so I can finish building my bomb. Deal. One last thing. (..)
    2012 The Dictator
  • (..) park's safety protocols, Mr. Stubbs. How efficient of you. It is a bit of work, but with Bernard's help, I should be able to do it. He will be reinstated as head of behavior, now that Theresa's manipulations have come to light. Of course, with my apologies. Something's up. Brass are wound up tight. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Westworld Title: Trace Decay Season: 1 Episode 8