compensated (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmpɛnˌseɪtɪd/

Definition

Paid money or other benefits to someone for loss or damage suffered, or for work done.

Examples

• The company compensated him for the overtime he worked.

• She was compensated for her injuries with a large settlement.

• All employees will be compensated for their time and effort.

How to Use compensated

compensated for (prepositional phrase)

Received something in return for a loss, damage, or effort. — "He was compensated for his lost wages."

compensated by (prepositional phrase)

Received something as a result of a specific action or entity. — "The inconvenience was compensated by a sincere apology."

Synonyms of compensated

Words with a similar meaning to compensated:

• reimbursed
• paid
• rewarded
• indemnified

Antonyms of compensated

Words with the opposite meaning to compensated:

• penalized
• uncompensated

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