Remunerate

usgb/rɪˈmjuːnəreɪt/
verb

To pay someone for the service they have provided.

The company will remunerate the consultant for his expertise.
Visual representation of "remunerate" - To pay someone for the service they have provided

Often appears as...

  • remunerate for services
  • remunerate adequately

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Formal

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Workplace Context

Most often used in job and business settings to discuss financial compensation.

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Employees will be remunerated according to their experience and qualifications.
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Financial Specificity

Indicates precise payment for a service, not a general appreciation or thanks.

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After completing the project, the freelancer was remunerated as agreed.
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Not Just Money

Can imply compensation through means other than direct payment, such as benefits.

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The coach was remunerated with a percentage of the prize money.
Visual representation of the word "Remunerate"

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