Synonyms for

Payday

Verb / ˈpeɪˌdeɪ / Another word for payday — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Payday is the day when someone receives their wages or salary.

Synonyms & similar words

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Formal

remuneration day salary disbursement wage payment

Informal

payday paycheck day getting paid cash day

Literary

earning day reward day

Antonyms

debt poverty shortage deficit lean times financial hardship

Common collocations

  • payday loan
  • payday advance
  • happy payday
  • next payday
  • payday comes
  • payday arrives
  • payday is

Word family

noun payday
verb pay

Usage note

Payday refers specifically to the day on which an employee is paid. It is a common term in both formal and informal contexts, often associated with the relief and anticipation of receiving income.

Example sentences

  1. My mom gets paid on payday.
  2. I'm going to save my money until payday.
  3. My dad usually takes me out for ice cream on payday.
  4. I bought a new backpack on payday.
  5. I always make sure to pay my bills on payday.

Quotes

  • I hope I have enough money left over after payday to buy a new video game. - Unknown
  • I always look forward to payday so I can treat myself to something special. - Unknown
  • Payday is the best day of the week! - Unknown

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