Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
restituição
Noun
/ˌrɛstəˈtu:ʃən/
Definition
Restitution refers to the act of restoring something to its original state or returning it to its rightful owner.
Examples
- The court ordered restitution to the victims of the fraud.
- After the investigation, the company was required to make restitution for the environmental damage they caused.
- He sought restitution for the stolen item that he could not recover.
Meaning
In a legal context, restitution involves compensating someone for loss or damage, typically as a result of a crime or wrongful act.
Synonyms
- redress
- compensation
- reimbursement
- repayment