pay

/peɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to give or provide money or its equivalent for a service, product, or employment

“I will pay for the meal and we can go home.”

2. noun

the act of giving or providing money or its equivalent

“The pay for the new job is higher than my current salary.”

3. noun

the money or other compensation received for work or services

“My pay is being garnished to cover my medical bills.”

4. noun

a payment or wage, especially one that is regular

“The pay is due every two weeks.”

5. verb

to settle or discharge a debt or obligation

“I will pay off my credit card balance this month.”

6. verb

to give or provide (something) in exchange for something else

“You pay with cash or card at the checkout.”

Synonyms

  • compensate
  • remunerate

Antonyms

  • debt
  • owe