restore vs change

change vs restore

restore is not a noun while change is a noun.

restore and change both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
restore	No	No	Yes	No
change	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, change is a hypernym of restore; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than restore:

restore: bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

Other hypernyms of restore include alter, modify.

restore (noun)	change (noun)
	the action of changing something
	a different or fresh set of clothes
	a thing that is different
	a difference that is usually pleasant
	an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
	the result of alteration or modification
	coins of small denomination regarded collectively
	the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
	money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
	a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event

restore (verb)	change (verb)
get or give new life or energy; return to life, regain energy, recuperate	undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken	cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
give or bring back	become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
bring back into original existence, use, function, or position	change clothes; put on different clothes
return to its original or usable and functioning condition	exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
	lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
	remove or replace the coverings of
	become deeper in tone
	change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
	give to, and receive from, one another

Difference between restore and change

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