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Definition of restatement

restatement

/ˌriːˈsteɪt.mənt/
re · state · ment
Plural:restatements
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• noun

1

The act of stating something again or differently, especially in order to make it clearer or more emphatic, or a statement produced in this way.

Example

"The concluding paragraph should offer a concise restatement of your main thesis rather than repeating it word for word."

2

The revision and publication of one or more of a company's previous financial statements to correct an accounting error or material inaccuracy.

Example

"Shares in the corporation fell sharply after auditors announced a restatement of the previous two years' earnings."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Restatement. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/restatement
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