paying back

The phrase “paying back” has 3 syllables: pay-ing back

It's pronounced as /ˈpeɪ.ɪŋ ˌbæk/


What is synonym and antonym for paying back?

In the thesaurus, “paying back” has 15 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for paying back along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for paying back

  • compensating
  • giving back
  • liquidating
  • paying down
  • paying off
  • paying up
  • quitting
  • reciprocating
  • recompensing
  • refunding
  • reimbursing
  • remunerating
  • repaying
  • satisfying
  • settling

Example Sentences

  • She is paying back the loan she took from the bank.
  • He promised paying back his friend for the money he borrowed.
  • The company is paying back its debts over the next five years.
  • I am paying back my parents for the support they gave me during college.
  • They are paying back the favor by helping with the project.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to paying back, such as: compensating, giving back, liquidating, paying down, paying off, paying up, quitting.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


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