restitution

• Substantivo que designa o ato de devolver algo ao seu legítimo proprietário ou de reparar perdas, danos ou prejuízos, frequentemente em contexto jurídico.

A noun referring to the act of restoring something to its rightful owner or making amends for loss, damage, or injury, often in a legal context.

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1. Return of propertyC1formal

   The act of returning something that was lost or stolen to its rightful owner.

   Devolução de bens

   • The court ordered the restitution of the stolen artwork to the museum.
   • The government demanded restitution of the illegally seized land.
   • The thief was forced to make restitution of the stolen goods.

   Sinônimosrestorationreturn

2. Compensation for lossC1formallegal

   Payment or compensation made for injury, loss, or damage suffered.

   Indenização por perdas e danos

   • The company paid restitution to the victims of the accident.
   • The judge ordered financial restitution for the damages caused.
   • The settlement included restitution for lost wages and medical expenses.

   Sinônimosamendscompensationindemnityrecompenseredressreimbursementreparationrepayment