restatement

Everyday

1. Saying or writing something again, often in different or clearer words. tree →
2. A new or changed version of a statement, such as a rule or account. tree →

In the lessons

In English and maths lessons restating a question in your own words helps you understand it; a good essay conclusion includes a restatement of the main point. In law and business, rules and money figures can be restated. Phrases: «a restatement of», «restatement of the question».

Examples

• Your conclusion should include a restatement of your opinion. tree →
• Start your answer with a restatement of the question. tree →
• The teacher's restatement of the rule made it clearer. tree →
• The company issued a restatement of last year's figures. tree →
• His speech was just a restatement of what he said before. tree →
• A restatement in simple words helps younger children. tree →

Note

Verb: «restate». In maths, restating a word problem in numbers («how much more» = subtract) is a useful step. A restatement should not change the meaning.