RECOMPENSED Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

recompensed

verb

past tense of recompense

as in compensated

to give (someone) the sum of money owed for goods or services received the cash-strapped museum can recompense lecturers with only token honorariums

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stiffed

as in paid

to give what is owed for that company still needs to recompense the work that the contractor finished last month

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repudiated

as in reimbursed

to provide (someone) with a just payment for loss or injury the government has yet to adequately recompense the property owners for the land taken for the new highway

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as in repaid

to make a return for the wealthy gentleman told the poor little girl she could recompense his generosity simply by enjoying her new toys

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owed

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On Tuesday, lawmakers approved every change except one dealing with how municipalities will be compensated for tax breaks.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026
Are the owners of those medallions to be fully compensated for the current and future value of the medallions, which is several hundred thousand dollars each?

— New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026

Definition of compensated

Verb

Being paid a paltry second-line rate for the next six years is a bargain.

— Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Former Bishop Feehan star Brody Bumila didn’t go in the first round of the MLB draft earlier this month, but the 6-foot-9 lefty with an 100 mph fastball still got paid like one of the top selections.

— Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 21 July 2026

Definition of paid

Verb

The expenses were paid for yourself, your spouse or a qualifying dependent and weren't reimbursed by insurance, a health savings account (HSA), a flexible spending account (FSA) or another source.

— Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 15 July 2026
Upon verification, consumers will receive a $500 refund by check or be reimbursed for the original purchase amount with proof of receipt.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 13 July 2026

Definition of reimbursed

Verb

Officials said the county’s share will be repaid through future development fees.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente left Pedri out of his starting line-up after a fairly underwhelming World Cup, and his replacement, Fabian Ruiz, repaid his coach’s faith.

— The Athletic Soccer Experts, New York Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of repaid

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