restitue

/rɛˈstjuː/ or /riˈstiː/

Definitions

1. verb

to restore or replace something that has been taken or lost

“The court ordered the thief to restitute the stolen goods to their rightful owners.”

2. noun

the act of restoring or replacing something that has been taken or lost

“The process of restitute was a long and complicated one, involving multiple court hearings.”

Synonyms

  • compensate
  • replace
  • restore

Antonyms

  • confiscate
  • seize