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Definition compensation in American English

compensation noun

noun
/ˌkɑmpənˈseɪʃ(ə)n/
1

something that changes or removes the bad result of something

Example

Not needing a car is one of the compensations of living in the city.

Example

He uses speed as compensation for his lack of strength.

1.1

behavior that is intended to reduce the effects of a personal fault

2

money that someone receives because something bad has happened to them

Example

Victims of the world's largest industrial accident were paid $470 million compensation.

Example

She was awarded $350,000 compensation for her injuries.

Synonyms and related words
payment advance contribution
2.1

money that someone receives for the work they do

Synonyms and related words
wage salary pay
Definition compensation in American English