Recompense is a verb that means to compensate or make amends. It can also be used as a noun that refers to the compensation or reward given for past harm.
The Latin word recompensare (ray com pen SAR ay) means ‘compensation.’ As the word migrated into the English language, its basic meaning has remained the same.
Here’s an example of recompense as a verb: I was so deeply upset about the time I wasted waiting in line for the movie that I demanded they recompense me. But after seeing the wonderful movie itself, I changed my mind. All was forgiven as soon as the credits rolled.
