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quittance

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of quittance

1 a freeing from an obligation or responsibility
  • The indentured servant obtained a quittance and was no longer required to work.
Synonyms of quittance

delivery, discharge, quietus, release
Words Related to quittance

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 of quittance

compensation, damages, indemnification, indemnity, recompense, recoupment, redress, remuneration, reparation, reprisal(s), requital, restitution, satisfaction
Words Related to quittance

amends, atonement, expiation

refund, reimbursement, repayment

adjustment, settlement

punishment, retaliation

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