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Definition of “requite”

requite (rɪˈkwaɪt Pronunciation for requite

Definitions

verb

  1. tr to make return to (a person for a kindness or injury); repay with a similar action

Derived Forms

reˈquitable adjective
reˈquitement noun
reˈquiter noun

Word Origin

C16: re- + obsolete quite to discharge, repay; see quit

Synonyms

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= return, pay, respond, reward, satisfy, compensate, repay, make good, redress, retaliate, get even, reimburse, make amends, reciprocate, recompense, make restitution, give in return, remunerate, give tit for tat, pay (someone) back in his or her own coin, return like for like

Example Sentences Including 'requite'

`I will remember thee all my days and pray to the gods to requite thee.
Travers, P L What the Bee Knows - reflections on myth, symbol and story

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