repay

/riˈpeɪ/
verb
  1. To pay back money that was borrowed or owed.
    • She repaid her friend the $20 she had borrowed.
    • I need to repay the loan by the end of the year.
    • The company repaid its debt to the bank.
  2. To do something in return for a favor, kindness, or service.
    • She repaid his trust by being honest.
    • He wanted to repay her kindness by helping with the project.
    • How can I ever repay you for all your support?
  3. To provide a return or reward for an effort or investment.
    • The investment repaid them handsomely over time.
    • Studying now will repay you in the future.
    • The hard work will repay you with great results.
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