word
Restorative Justice
reh-STOR-ah-tiv JUS-tis
/rɪˈstɔːrətɪv ˈdʒʌstɪs/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
restorativejustice
Dictionary meaning
An approach to justice that focuses on repairing the harm caused by criminal behaviour through cooperative processes involving all stakeholders, including victims, offenders, and the broader community
Examples
- Restorative justice circles allowed the victim and offender to have a facilitated dialogue that prison alone could not provide.
- Studies show restorative justice programmes reduce reoffending rates more effectively than traditional punitive sentences.
Synonyms: reparative justice, community-based justice, relational justice
Pronunciation tips
Do not stress the '-a-' in 'restorative'; the word is four syllables with stress on the second
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Restorative Justice” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction