remunerate
UK: /rɪˈmjuːnəreɪt/ | US: /rɪˈmjuːnəreɪt/
vt. to pay (someone) for work or services
vt. to compensate or reward appropriately
remunerate = re<again> + muner<gift> + ate<verb suffix>
- re: Latin prefix meaning "again" or "back."
- muner: From Latin munus (gift, service, duty), reflecting the idea of exchange or compensation.
- ate: Verb-forming suffix indicating action.
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin remunerare ("to reward, repay"), combining re- (expressing reciprocation) and munus (gift/service). Historically, it implied a mutual exchange—giving back for services rendered. Over time, it narrowed to financial compensation but retained its formal tone.
The company will remunerate employees for overtime work.
Freelancers often negotiate how clients will remunerate their projects.
The law requires employers to remunerate workers fairly.
Volunteers were remunerated with travel expenses.
His efforts were amply remunerated with a promotion.