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restitution


Meanings
  • Noun

    The act of restoring something, especially to a former rightful or proper condition.

  • Noun

    The process or means by which something is restored.

  • Noun

    The return of something taken away or lost.


Pronunciation




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Synonyms

indemnification , recompense
Rhymes
Words rhyming with restitution
restitution , education , preparation , institution , constitution
Variants
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restitution , restitutions
Forms
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restitutions, restoring, restored, restitutable


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'restituere', which means 'to restore'.


Trivia
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  1. The concept of restitution has been recognized in various legal systems throughout history, including Roman law and common law.

  2. Restitution is a key principle in many modern legal frameworks, including contract law, tort law, and property law.

  3. The return of the Parthenon Marbles to Greece from the British Museum in London remains a contentious issue in the field of restitution.


Related Concepts
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  1. Compensation: Compensation is a form of restitution that involves providing monetary or other forms of reparation for losses or damages.

  2. Reparation: Reparation is a broader term that refers to the act of making amends for wrongs or injustices, which can include restitution, compensation, and other forms of reparation.


Culture
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Restitution has been a significant concept in various cultures and historical contexts, particularly in relation to justice and reparation. In literature, restitution is a common theme in stories of redemption and forgiveness. In art, restitution refers to the return of stolen or looted artifacts to their rightful owners. In music, restitution can refer to the return of a rhythm or melody in a composition.

How to Memorize "restitution"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a broken vase being put back together and made whole again. This is the essence of restitution.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'restitution' with the idea of making things right or restoring something to its original state.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Rests are It' to remember the meaning of restitution: Rests are It - Restore, Repair, Return


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