repatriation
🇺🇸 /riːˌpeɪtriːˈeɪʃən/
📖 Definitions
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noun
The act of returning a person to their own country, especially after a period of absence due to war, captivity, or other circumstances.; The process of converting foreign currency or assets back into the currency of one's home country.; The return of cultural artifacts, human remains, or other items to their country or community of origin.; The act of restoring someone to their former status, rights, or citizenship in their native country.; The return of a deceased person's body to their home country for burial.
🔗 Details
Word forms
uncountable
Collocations
forced repatriationvoluntary repatriationrepatriation of profitsrepatriation of refugeesrepatriation policyrepatriation program
Derivatives
repatriaterepatriatedrepatriative
Synonyms
returnhomecomingrelocationreintegrationrestitution
Antonyms
expatriationemigrationdeportation
Commonly confused
expatriation
EN: 'Expatriation' means leaving one's native country to live abroad; 'repatriation' means returning to one's native country.
deportation
EN: 'Deportation' is the forced removal of a person from a country they are not a citizen of; 'repatriation' is the return of a person to their own country.
reparation
EN: 'Reparation' refers to compensation or making amends for a wrong; 'repatriation' refers to returning someone to their homeland.
Spelling tips
EN: Remember the root 'patria' (fatherland) within the word: re-patri-ation. Do not confuse with 'reparation' (compensation for wrongs).
💬 Examples
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The government arranged for the repatriation of prisoners of war after the ceasefire.
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The company faced restrictions on the repatriation of profits earned in overseas subsidiaries.
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The museum agreed to the repatriation of ancient artifacts to the indigenous community.
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After decades in exile, the political dissident sought repatriation and the restoration of his citizenship.
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The family requested the repatriation of their relative's remains for a traditional funeral.