Word Network: compensate

Restitution refers to the act of returning something that was lost or stolen to its rightful owner, or of compensating someone for loss, damage, or injury they have suffered. It is often a legal or ethical obligation to restore a person or situation to its original state before harm occurred.

The act of paying someone back for money they have already spent, or the sum of money that is paid back. It is typically used in professional or official contexts regarding expenses.

Damages is a legal term for the money paid to someone because they were hurt or their property was broken. In a court of law, a judge decides how much money a person or company must pay for the harm they caused.

A settlement is an official agreement that ends a legal argument or disagreement. It usually happens when people or companies agree on a solution so they do not have to go to court.

Compensation is money given to someone to make up for a loss, injury, or suffering. It can also mean the total amount of pay and benefits a worker receives for doing their job.