Synonyms of reparation

reparation

noun

ˌre-pə-ˈrā-shən 

as in damages

payment to another for a loss or injury

the government instituted a program of reparations to the descendants of Native Americans who were driven from their land

Synonyms & Similar Words

• damages
• compensation
• restitution
• indemnity
• redress
• recompense
• indemnification
• punishment
• recoupment
• reprisal(s)
• satisfaction
• remuneration
• expiation
• quittance
• reimbursement
• atonement
• requital
• settlement
• repayment
• amends
• retaliation
• refund
• adjustment
• punitive damages
• solatium

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of reparation

Germany in particular borrowed extensively to finance both domestic growth and its reparations payments. — Michael Pettis, Foreign Affairs, 28 Aug. 2026

In fact, the whole thing could be viewed as colonial reparations. — Literary Hub, 17 Aug. 2026

Ms Rachel pushes reparations quote in latest progressive political move. — FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Understanding Caribbean history For Bousquet, the debate over reparations remains tied to how the Caribbean understands its own history, including slavery’s abolition and emancipation. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2026