damages

Meanings

• Noun

  The harm or injury done to something or someone.

  - "The damages caused by the storm were extensive."
  - "He was held responsible for the damages to the property."

• Noun

  A debt owed, usually for loss or destruction.

  - "The insurance company will cover the damages."
  - "The plaintiff is seeking damages for emotional distress."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with damages
frames , gains , rains , chains

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Variants

List of all variants of damages that leads to same result
damage , damages , damageabilities , damageability , damaged , damager , damagers , damaging , punitive damages , compensatory damages , recover damages , seek damages , sue for damages , collateral damage , collateral damages

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Etymology

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Old French 'damages' from 'damager' to harm.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'damages' comes from the Old French word 'damages', meaning 'to harm'.

2. In law, damages can be compensatory or punitive.

3. Insurance policies often cover damages to property or vehicles.

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Related Concepts

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1. compensation: Monetary or non-monetary reparation for loss or injury.

2. restitution: The act of restoring something to its original state or condition.

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Culture

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Damages have been a significant concept in law and insurance, representing the compensation for harm or loss.

How to Memorize "damages"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine something being broken or harmed to remember the meaning of damages.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'damages' with the idea of harm or injury.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Damages: Debts And Money Are Given Sometimes' to remember the meaning.

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