compensate

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Definition

To provide payment, benefits, or other consideration in exchange for services rendered or losses incurred—the art of making someone feel better about their suffering through the universal language of money.

Example Usage

The company agreed to compensate affected customers with a $500 refund for the service interruption.

Source: Common HR and business terminology

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