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to compensate
01
to give something, particularly money, to make up for the difficulty, pain, damage, etc. that someone has suffered
02
to make up for losses or deficiencies by providing something of equal value or benefit
03
to pay someone for the work they have done
04
to offset or make amends for something undesirable by applying an opposing force or effect
Example
Insurance companies often compensate policyholders for property damage or loss.
The government established a fund to compensate victims of a natural disaster.
As a gesture of goodwill, the airline offered to compensate passengers for the inconvenience caused by the delayed flight.
The company compensates its employees with competitive salaries and benefits packages.
The employees were compensated handsomely for their hard work.
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