payback

/ˈpeɪbæk/
noun
  1. The return of money that was borrowed; repayment.
    • The loan requires full payback within five years.
    • She made a final payback on her student debt last month.
    • The payback period for the investment is three years.
  2. An act of revenge or retaliation for a wrong done.
    • The team's victory was sweet payback after last year's loss.
    • He saw the prank as payback for the joke they played on him.
    • She wanted payback for the unfair treatment she received.
  3. The benefit or reward gained from an effort or investment.
    • There is little payback in volunteering if you only think of money.
    • The payback from studying hard is better job opportunities.
    • The payback of regular exercise includes improved health.
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