Definition

Able to be started again after stopping or being interrupted.

Example

The software is designed to be restartable in case of a failure.

Conversation

I love how this game is restartable after you fail.

Yeah, it makes it so much more fun to try again.

Exactly! I hate when games don't let you restart easily.

Same here, it just adds unnecessary frustration.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Restartable → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "start" (from Old English "styrtan", meaning to leap up or begin) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "restartable" means capable of starting again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'beginning' ('start') — that's why restartable means something that can begin again.

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