ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Restitution

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌɹɛstɪˈtjuʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Restitution is a noun meaning (law) A process of compensation for losses.

Meaning

(law) A process of compensation for losses.

More Meanings

  1. The act of making good or compensating for loss or injury.
  2. A return or restoration to a previous condition or position.
  3. That which is offered or given in return for what has been lost, injured, or destroyed; compensation.
  4. (medicine) The movement of rotation which usually occurs in childbirth after the head has been delivered, and which causes the latter to point towards the side to which it was directed at the beginning of labour.

Example Sentences

the restitution of an elastic body
He […]restitution to the value makes.
A restitution of ancient rights unto the crown.
The force–displacement curve of perfectly plastic contact partners does not show elastic restitution.

Word Forms

Synonyms for restitution

Depending on context, synonyms include reddition, render, rendition, restoration, return, surrender.

Antonyms for restitution

Common opposites include taking.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include amends, damages, indemnification, indemnity, redress, regaining.

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