What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
resumed
Example
After lunch, we resumed our meeting to discuss the budget. [resumed: past tense]
Example
I need to resume my studies after taking a semester off. [resume: verb]
restart
Example
We had to restart the computer after it froze. [restart: verb]
Example
The coach told the team to restart the game after a controversial call. [restart: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Resumed is more commonly used than restart in everyday language, especially in the context of work or tasks.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between resumed and restart?
Both resumed and restart are appropriate for formal and informal contexts, but resumed is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of situations.
