Synonyms for

Payoff

Verb / ˈpeɪˌɔ:f / Another word for payoff — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The reward or consequence of a particular action or set of actions.

Synonyms & similar words

issue wages bribe return takings yield reward proceeds take finalpayment reward compensation benefit return remuneration gain profit prize wages salary earnings bonus incentive perk inducement gratuity tip redemption settlement retribution

Synonyms by register

Formal

remuneration reward return profit

Informal

return winnings take cut score

Literary

requital recompense rendition

Antonyms

loss cost expense debt expenditure outlay sacrifice

Common collocations

  • payoff period
  • payoff amount
  • payoff matrix
  • payoff line
  • payoff strategy
  • payoff date
  • payoff received

Word family

noun payoff
verb pay off

Usage note

Can refer to the financial return on an investment or the successful conclusion of an endeavor. In gambling, it refers to the payout.

Example sentences

  1. The payoff for practicing every day is becoming a better musician.
  2. She received a big payoff from winning the lottery.
  3. The payoff for working hard is often recognition and success.
  4. The payoff for taking risks can be great, but there is also the possibility of failure.
  5. He hoped that the payoff for his investment would be huge profits.

Quotes

  • The payoff is in the process, not just the outcome.
  • The payoff of all your hard work is in the satisfaction of achieving your goals.
  • The biggest payoff in life is not material things, but the relationships we build with others.

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