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Requital
01
an act of giving something in return for an action or something else
Examples
The generous gift was given as a requital for his years of loyalty.
Her kindness deserved a requital far greater than mere thanks.
02
the returning of something or an action as revenge
Examples
The hero ’s act of requital was driven by the need to protect his people, even at great personal cost.
Her requital for the betrayal was swift, and she made sure he understood the consequences.
