Definition of resume

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  • resume is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • resume is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • resume is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of resume

  • short descriptive summary (of events) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. sketch
    2. survey
  • return to a previous location or condition (verb)

    Examples

    1. The painting resumed its old condition when we restored it

    Synonyms

    1. take up
  • take up or begin anew (verb)

    Examples

    1. We resumed the negotiations

    Synonyms

    1. re-start
    2. restart
  • give a summary (of) (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. sum up
    2. summarise
    3. summarize
  • a summary of your academic and work history (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. curriculum vitae
    2. cv
  • assume anew (verb)

    Examples

    1. resume a title
    2. resume an office
    3. resume one's duties

See definition of resume in Merriam Webster