repayment
3 synonyms for repayment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of paying back money owed, or the amount paid back.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use repayment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
loan repayment
monthly repayment
repayment plan
Etymology
From repay plus -ment.
Full origin of repayment →Frequently asked questions
What does “repayment” mean?
The word “repayment” means the act of paying back money owed, or the amount paid back. In plain terms, money paid back on a loan or debt, or the act of paying it back.
How do you use “repayment” in a sentence?
Here is “repayment” used in a sentence: “Monthly repayments on the mortgage are due on the first.”
What is another word for “repayment”?
Words with a similar meaning to “repayment” include payback.
What part of speech is “repayment”?
“Repayment” is a noun.
Is “repayment” a common word?
“Repayment” is an uncommon word in modern English.
