⚖️requital

noun
/rɪˈkwaɪtəl/

Meaning

The act of returning something, such as a favor, service, or punishment; repayment or retaliation.

Example Sentences

She offered her time in requital for his kindness.

Example Expressions

requital of injury

Synonyms

repayment, retaliation, retribution, recompense

Antonyms

forgiveness, pardon

Collocations

requital of kindness, requital of service, requital of injury

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