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REPARATIONS

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Reparations.

Reparations - as a noun

Compensation (given or received) for an insult or injury

Example: "An act for which there is no reparation"

(usually plural) compensation exacted from a defeated nation by the victors

Example: "Germany was unable to pay the reparations demanded after world war i"

The act of putting something in working order again

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fix13fixing17fixture17mend7mending11repair8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
improvement20
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something done or paid in expiation of a wrong

Example: "How can i make amends"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amends9

Example Sentences

"Germany paid reparations to Israel after World War II."
"The government provided reparations to the victims of the disaster."
"Many people believe that descendants of slaves should receive reparations."
"The company agreed to pay reparations to the affected customers."
"The court ordered the criminal to pay reparations to his victims."
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Word Game Points

Is REPARATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reparations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REPARATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is REPARATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reparations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REPARATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is REPARATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reparations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REPARATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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