idiom

pay someone back

3Sections

To take revenge on someone; to return a favor

Definition

To take revenge on someone; to return a favor

Examples

  • I'll PAY him BACK for what he did
  • She'll PAY YOU BACK for your help
  • He PAID me BACK for the favor

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • get revenge
  • return a favor

Antonyms:

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