Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pay-damages
verb phrase
/peɪ ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
Definition
To provide financial compensation to someone for loss or injury caused by a negligent or wrongful act.
Examples
- After the accident, the company had to pay damages to the affected families.
- The jury decided that the defendant was liable and must pay damages for the plaintiff’s medical expenses.
- In her lawsuit, she sought to pay damages for emotional distress caused by the violation of her rights.
Meaning
The act of settling a monetary amount as restitution for harm done, invalidating the negative effects of an incident on an individual or entity.
Synonyms
- compensate
- repay
- reimburse
- make amends
- settle
