S: (n) restitution, return, restoration, regaining (getting something back again) "upon the restitution of the book to its rightful owner the child was given a tongue lashing"
S: (n) renovation, restoration, refurbishment (the state of being restored to its former good condition) "the inn was a renovation of a Colonial house"
S: (n) improvement, melioration (a condition superior to an earlier condition) "the new school represents a great improvement"
S: (n) betterment (an improvement that adds to the value of a property or facility)
S: (n) development (a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess)) "after he saw the latest development he changed his mind and became a supporter"; "in chess your should take care of your development before moving your queen"
S: (n) reformation (improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices etc.; intended to make a striking change for the better in social or political or religious affairs)
S: (n) renovation, restoration, refurbishment (the state of being restored to its former good condition) "the inn was a renovation of a Colonial house"