restitution

Definitions

The restoration of something lost or stolen to its proper owner.

Recompense for injury or loss; compensation.

The restoration of something to its original state.

Examples

The court ordered the defendant to pay full restitution to the victims of the fraud.

He sought restitution for the damage caused to his property during the storm.

The museum is currently negotiating the restitution of historical artifacts to their country of origin.

Synonyms

compensation reparation indemnity reimbursement redress amends restoration

Antonyms

theft seizure confiscation deprivation loss damage appropriation