1. the act of returning something that was lost or stolen to its proper owner
2. payment made to compensate for loss, damage, or injury
Usage: legal

Examples

• The court ordered restitution of the stolen artwork to the museum.
• The thief was required to make restitution to his victims.
• The insurance company demanded restitution for the fraudulent claims.
• After the accident, he paid restitution to cover the medical expenses.
• The judge ordered full restitution of the embezzled funds.
• The company agreed to restitution for environmental damage.