quittance

quittance

noun

Definition of QUITTANCE

1

a freeing from an obligation or responsibility <the indentured servant obtained a quittance from his master stating he was free to leave and was no longer required to work>

Synonyms delivery, discharge, quietus, quittance

Related Words dispensation, exemption, immunity, waiver

2

payment to another for a loss or injury <the court awarded the plaintiff a substantial quittance for bodily injury and emotional distress>

Synonyms damages, indemnification, indemnity, quittance, recompense, recoupment, redress, remuneration, reparation, reprisal(s), requital, restitution, satisfaction

Related Words punitive damage, solatium; amends, atonement, expiation; refund, reimbursement, repayment; adjustment, settlement; punishment, retaliation