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indebtedness

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of indebtedness

something (as money) which is owed

  • his total indebtedness exceeded a year's income
Synonyms of indebtedness

arrearage, arrears, debt, liability (usually liabilities), obligation, score
Words Related to indebtedness

bond, debit, delinquency

bankruptcy, default, embarrassment, insolvency
Near Antonyms of indebtedness

quietus, quittance, repayment

asset

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