restorer
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈstɔːrə/
KK: /rɪˈstɔːrər/
noun
Definition
A person who repairs or brings something back to its original condition.
Example
The restorer carefully worked on the old painting to bring out its original colors.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new restorer in town?
Yeah, I read that he specializes in old paintings.
I wonder if he could help with my grandmother's frame.
I'm sure he would love a project like that!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
renovator
reviver
reclaimer
Antonyms
destroyer
vandal
dismantler
verb
Definition
To bring something back to its original condition or to return it to a previous state.
Example
The artist was hired to restorer the old painting to its former glory.
Tense Forms
Past: restored
Past Participle: restored
Conversation
I found this old painting in my attic that needs some work.
That’s cool! Are you going to try to restore it yourself?
I think I will, but I might need some tips on how to do it right.
Root Explanation
Restorer → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "staurare" (meaning to restore or rebuild). The word "restorer" refers to someone who brings something back to its original state or condition.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who brings something back 'again' ('re-') and 'restores' it ('staurare') to its original form.
Visually Confused Words
retorter
resorter
prestore
storer
uprestore
registrer
wrester
stormer