Reparation

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˌɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃən/
• Rhymes: -eɪʃən

Origin

From Late Latin reparationem, from Latin reparatio.

Full definition of reparation

Noun

1. (usually in plural) A payment of time, effort or money to undo past transgression(s).
• DrydenI am sensible of the scandal I have given by my loose writings, and make what reparation I am able.
2. The act of renewing, restoring, etc., or the state of being renewed or repaired.the reparation of a bridge or of a highway

Synonyms

• (a payment) restitution, compensation, amends, satisfaction
• (a renewing) restoration, repair

Anagrams

• praetorian, Praetorian