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restarted

 

[ riːˈstɑːrtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

computer actions

The term 'restarted' refers to the action of shutting down and then starting up a device or system again. This process is often used in computing to refresh the system, apply updates, or troubleshoot issues. Restarting can resolve minor glitches and improve performance by clearing temporary files and freeing up system resources. It is a common practice when software malfunctions or when changes have been made that require a fresh start. In many operating systems, a restart can be initiated through a simple command or option in the menu.

Synonyms

rebooted, reinitialize, reset

Examples of usage

  • I restarted my computer after the software update.
  • The system was restarted to fix the network issues.
  • Make sure to save your work before you restart.
  • He restarted the game after losing.
  • The device needs to be restarted for the changes to take effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "restarted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reiniciado

🇮🇳 पुनः आरंभ किया गया

🇩🇪 neu gestartet

🇮🇩 dihidupkan kembali

🇺🇦 перезапущено

🇵🇱 ponownie uruchomione

🇯🇵 再起動した

🇫🇷 redémarré

🇪🇸 reiniciado

🇹🇷 yeniden başlatıldı

🇰🇷 재시작됨

🇸🇦 أعيد تشغيله

🇨🇿 restartováno

🇸🇰 znovu spustené

🇨🇳 重新启动了

🇸🇮 ponovno zagnano

🇮🇸 endurræst

🇰🇿 қайта іске қосылды

🇬🇪 გაახლებულა

🇦🇿 təkrar başladıldı

🇲🇽 reiniciado

Etymology

The word 'restarted' is derived from the prefix 're-', which means 'again' or 'back', combined with 'start', which comes from the Old English 'styrtan', meaning 'to leap up' or 'to jump up'. The modern usage of 'restart' became prominent with the advent of computers and technology in the late 20th century. Originally, 'start' referred to the initiation of an action or process; 'restart' indicates that this action or process is being initiated again. The evolution of the term reflects the changing landscape of technology and the increasingly digital world we live in. As computers became more integral to daily life, understanding how to effectively restart devices became essential knowledge for users, thereby solidifying the term in common usage.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,458, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.