restaurate

/ˌrɛstəˈreɪt/; /ˌrɛstəˈreɪt/ or /ˌrɛstɔˈreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to restore or renew something to a former state or condition, especially by repairing or rebuilding it.

“The city’s historic buildings are being restaurated to their original grandeur.”

2. noun

the act of restoring or renewing something to a former state or condition.

“The restaurate of the old mansion was a labor of love for the family.”

Synonyms

  • rebuild
  • renovate
  • restore

Antonyms

  • demolish
  • destroy