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Refunds

Noun / rɪˈfʌndz / / ˈri:ˌfʌndz / Another word for refunds — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Refunds are money given back to someone who returned a product or canceled a service.

Synonyms & similar words

return refund repayment giveback repay Reimbursement Compensation Recompense Restitution Repayment Recovery Return Remittance Redemption Reparation Restoration Renewal Regeneration Reinstatement Reinstalment Reissue Replacement Substitution Exchange Swap

Synonyms by register

Formal

reimbursement repayment restoration indemnity

Informal

money back cash back get your money back

Literary

restitution recoupment

Antonyms

payment charge debit collection assessment levy

Common collocations

  • full refund
  • partial refund
  • request a refund
  • issue a refund
  • obtain a refund
  • eligible for a refund
  • receive a refund

Word family

noun refund
verb refund

Usage note

Refunds are typically associated with the return of money paid for goods or services. The verb 'to refund' means to give back money.

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Example sentences

  1. The store gave me a refund when I returned the broken toy.
  2. I requested a refund for the concert tickets because I couldn't attend.
  3. The airline provided a refund for the canceled flight.
  4. The company offered a refund to customers who were unhappy with the product.
  5. He received a refund for the overcharged bill.

Quotes

  • A refund is simply a transaction in reverse. You're giving someone money back instead of taking it from them. - Scott Turow
  • A refund is a sign that you're not happy with the product; it's a sign that you're losing consumer confidence. - Angela Ahrendts
  • A refund is not justice. - Martin Amis

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