payback

Definitions

1. An act of revenge.
   uncountable, usually
2. A benefit, reward, a form of recompense.
   countable, usually
3. A return on investment.
   uncountable, usually
4. A refund; reimbursement.
   rare, uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“They beat⟳ us last⟳ year, so this year's win⟳ was payback.”

“They identify⟳ three tangible paybacks.”

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