Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
redound
verb
/rɪˈdaʊnd/
Definition
to have a certain effect or result, often in a positive manner.
Examples
- The team’s victory will redound to the coach’s credit.
- Her charitable actions redounded to her reputation as a kind person.
- The improvements in the community redound to everyone’s benefit.
Meaning
When something redounds, it contributes to or reflects back on a person or thing, usually enhancing or increasing their reputation or situation.
Synonyms
- contribute
- reflect
- return
- result
- enhance
