reparation (Meaning)
reparation (n)
compensation (given or received) for an insult or injury
(usually plural) compensation exacted from a defeated nation by the victors
the act of putting something in working order again
something done or paid in expiation of a wrong
reparation (n.)
The act of renewing, restoring, etc., or the state of being renewed or repaired; as, the reparation of a bridge or of a highway; -- in this sense, repair is oftener used.
The act of making amends or giving satisfaction or compensation for a wrong, injury, etc.; also, the thing done or given; amends; satisfaction; indemnity.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reparation
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reparation Sentence Examples
- The injured party demanded reparations for the damage caused by the negligence.
- The court ordered the defendant to pay reparations to the victims of the crime.
- Reparations were made to the former slaves in an attempt to correct the historical injustices they faced.
- The government allocated funds for reparations to survivors of the Holocaust.
- The peace treaty included a provision for reparations to the war-torn country.
- Reparations were demanded for the damage caused by the oil spill.
- The organization advocated for reparations for descendants of those who were enslaved.
- The act of repairing damage or wrongdoings is referred to as reparations.
- The reparations movement seeks to address past injustices and promote healing.
- Reparations can take various forms, such as financial compensation, symbolic gestures, or policy changes.
FAQs About the word reparation
compensation (given or received) for an insult or injury, (usually plural) compensation exacted from a defeated nation by the victors, the act of putting someth
damages, restitution, compensation, indemnification, recompense, satisfaction, reprisal(s), redress,indemnity, recoupment
No antonyms found.
The injured party demanded reparations for the damage caused by the negligence.
The court ordered the defendant to pay reparations to the victims of the crime.
Reparations were made to the former slaves in an attempt to correct the historical injustices they faced.
The government allocated funds for reparations to survivors of the Holocaust.
