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Definition repay in British English

repay verb

[transitive] verb
/rɪˈpeɪ/
1

to give someone money that you have borrowed from them

Example

The loan must be repaid in full.

Example

When do you think you will be able to repay us?

Synonyms and related words
amortise amortize clear
2

to reward someone who has helped you or been kind to you

Example

How will I ever be able to repay you?

Example

They would find a way of repaying the family's kindness.

Example

We'll never be able to repay you for everything you've done for us.

Synonyms and related words
repay return exchange
2.1

used for saying that someone is behaving in a way that shows they are not grateful for your help, kindness, or love

Example

She had tried to be a good wife, and he repaid her by cheating on her.

Synonyms and related words
ingrate ungrateful ingratitude
3

to be worth the time or effort needed to do something

Example

It's a fascinating museum, and certainly repays a visit.

Synonyms and related words
pay off pay repay
Definition repay in British English