Synonyms for

Compensated

Verb / ˈkɑ:mpʌˌnseɪtʌd / Another word for compensated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To provide something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

reimbursed remunerated indemnified recompensed

Informal

paid back made up for squared up

Literary

requited atoned for

Antonyms

uncompensated unpaid unrewarded unrequited unreciprocated disadvantaged penalized

Common collocations

  • compensated for losses
  • compensated for damages
  • fairly compensated
  • adequately compensated
  • fully compensated
  • compensated by
  • compensated with

Word family

noun compensation
verb compensate
adjective compensatory
adverb compensatingly

Usage note

Often used in contexts of payment for work, loss, or injury. Can also refer to making up for a deficiency or weakness.

Example sentences

  1. The insurance company compensated me for the damage to my car.
  2. He was compensated for his loss with a check from the company.
  3. The company compensated the employee for the overtime he worked.
  4. The airline compensated the passengers for the delay with free meals.
  5. The government compensated the victims of the natural disaster.

Quotes

  • I don't want to be compensated for disaster; I want to prevent it.
  • My father was compensated by an ex gratia payment by the government, which he took under protest.
  • I have always been compensated exactly for my worth, no more, no less.

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