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Restitution (Noun)

Meaning 1

The act of restoring something to its original state.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The museum underwent a lengthy process of restitution to repair the ancient artifact that had been damaged in the flood.
  • The insurance company provided restitution for the damages to the home by covering the cost of the repairs.
  • The art conservator worked tirelessly to provide restitution to the painting, removing years of grime and restoring its original vibrancy.
  • The company's restitution plan included upgrading the security system to prevent future theft and vandalism.
  • The community came together to offer restitution for the injured child, hosting fundraising events and charity auctions.

Hypernyms

  • Fix
  • Mending
  • Reparation
  • Fixing
  • Fixture
  • Mend

Related Words

  • Restitute (verb)

Meaning 2

A sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury.

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Examples

  • The company was ordered to provide restitution to the customers who were affected by the faulty products.
  • The judge required the defendant to pay restitution to the store for the damages caused by the break-in.
  • After the trial, the court ordered the perpetrator to provide restitution to the family of the victim.
  • As part of the settlement, the company agreed to pay restitution to the shareholders who had lost money due to the scandal.
  • The insurance company provided restitution to the policyholder for the loss of property caused by the fire.

Synonyms

  • Amends
  • Damages
  • Redress
  • Indemnity
  • Indemnification

Hypernyms

  • Compensation

Hyponyms

  • Relief
  • Actual Damages
  • Exemplary Damages
  • Punitive Damages
  • Atonement
  • Satisfaction
  • Compensatory Damages
  • Nominal Damages
  • Expiation
  • General Damages
  • Smart Money

Meaning 3

Getting something back again; "upon the restitution of the book to its rightful owner the child was given a tongue lashing".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The antique clock was finally returned to its owner upon its restitution after the estate sale.
  • As a symbol of restitution for past injustices, the government established a special fund to support affected communities.
  • The apology and restitution for the company's mistakes was the only way to regain public trust.
  • The restitution of the artwork to its original creator was celebrated by art historians and collectors alike.
  • The athlete was eligible for reinstatement upon restitution of her competition fees and completion of her suspension.

Synonyms

  • Restoration
  • Return
  • Regaining

Related Words

  • Restitute (verb)
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