refund

[ri-fuhnd, ree-fuhnd, ree-fuhnd] / rɪˈfʌnd, ˈri fʌnd, ˈri fʌnd /

NOUN

returned money

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allowance compensation discount kickback payment rebate reimbursement repayment restitution

STRONG

acquittance consolation discharge remuneration retribution return satisfaction settlement

WEAK

give-up giveback money back

Antonyms

STRONGEST

penalty

VERB

return money; rebate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adjust compensate pay back recoup redeem reimburse relinquish remit repay

STRONG

balance indemnify recompense redress remunerate restore reward settle

WEAK

give back honor a claim make amends make good make repayment make up for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deprive forfeit hold keep lose penalize take

Example Sentences

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"As you would expect, before any refund can be issued, we must follow a process to ensure any funds are paid accurately and to the correct party," said the spokesperson.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

She said LiveCareer agreed to cancel the subscription but would not give a refund.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Kerr was told the refund would process in three to four weeks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

More than 3,000 lawsuits have been filed against the government in the Court of International Trade by companies hoping to maximize their chance of getting a refund quickly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

I wonder if she ever wished she could get a refund for me.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper

refund

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