Which term means to restore to an earlier condition by making changes and repairs, especially to an old building?

• A. Restore to an earlier condition by making changes and repairs, especially an old building, room, etc.
• B. Reinvigorate; refresh; revive
• C. Remove from existence
• D. Decorate

Answer: (A)

Restoring a building means bringing it back to a previous state by repairing and renewing parts so it regains its former condition and appearance. This is exactly what’s meant when we talk about restoring an old structure: the work focuses on repairs, replacements, and sometimes reintegrating original features to recreate how it looked and functioned in the past. It’s different from giving something new energy or life (that’s reinvigorate or revive), removing something from existence (which is annihilate), or simply decorating (which adds adornment without returning it to an earlier state). For an old building, restoration emphasizes preserving or recovering its historical character through careful work.