recompense

Meanings

• noun

  the act of making amends or repaying a debt or injury; compensation

• noun

  something given or received as payment for something; reward

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɹɛkəmˈpɛns/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

meed , payback , recompence , restitution

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with recompense
compensate , replicate , recreate

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Variants

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recompense , recompensed , recompenses , recompensing

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Etymology

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From Old French recompancer, from re- 'again' + compenser 'make good, compensate'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'recompense' is derived from the Old French word 'recompancer', meaning 'to repay, to compensate'.

2. In English law, 'recompense' was used to refer to the damages or compensation awarded to a person in a legal action.

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Related Concepts

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1. compensation: Monetary or other form of payment given in exchange for loss or injury.

2. restitution: The act of restoring something to its original state or condition, often including the return of stolen property.

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Culture

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In literature, 'recompense' is often used to describe the reward or payment given to a character for their efforts or sacrifices. In art, it can be depicted as a symbol of justice or fairness.

How to Memorize "recompense"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scale that is balanced, with 'recompense' being the weight that brings it back to equilibrium.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of making things right or just.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 're-compensate' - to make something complete again.

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