Synonyms of requite
8 similar words
Another word for requite is retaliate. Other synonyms of requite are avenge, even the score, get back at, get one's own back and settle the score.
Synonyms and similar words for requite
verbTo retaliate or seek revenge for (an insult, a wrong, etc.).; to avenge.
- avenge
- even the scoreTo seek or obtain revenge against someone.
- get back atTo retaliate against; to take revenge on.
- get one's own backTo avenge oneself.
- retaliateTo repay or requite by an act of the same kind.
- settle the scoreSynonym of even the score.
- take revengeTo avenge; to get back at.
- tar out dated, slangTo punish; to pay back or take revenge on.
Meaning of requite
- verb To repay (a debt owed); specifically, to recompense or reward someone for (a favour, a service rendered, etc.).
- verb To repay (someone) a debt owed; specifically, to recompense or reward (someone) for a favour, a service rendered, etc.
- verb To respond to or reciprocate (feelings, especially affection or love which has been shown).
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Questions about synonyms of requite
- What is another word for requite?
- Requite has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as retaliate, avenge, even the score, get back at, get one's own back, settle the score, take revenge and tar out.
- What does requite mean?
- Requite means to repay (a debt owed); specifically, to recompense or reward someone for (a favour, a service rendered, etc.).
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