reparation

Definition

A payment of time, effort or money to compensate for past transgression(s).

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin reparātiō, reparātiōnis.

Example Sentences

• "I am sensible of the scandal I have given by my loose writings, and make what reparation I am able."
• "A feature of locomotive operation on the Region de l'Est of the French National Railways, not only on the old Alsace-Lorraine lines, but also on the Est proper, is the wide use still made of ex-German engines received as reparations after the 1914-19 war."
• "Biotic Leader: So how about if I kill Chairman Burns and finish this charade? Chairman Burns: Please! I was trying to help you people! Shepard: Let's not do anything we're all going to regret. Biotic Leader: Why not? What have we got to lose? Biotic Leader: Since the chairman here decided we didn't get reparations, we've got nothing left to live for! Chairman Burns: But I've changed my mind! Seeing y-you all, it's c-clear that you all d-deserve... Biotic Leader: You had your chance! Some L2s are nearly crippled from side effects of the implants, but you voted against reparations!"

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