pay

Definition

  • v. give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
  • v. do or give something to somebody in return
  • v. be worth it
  • v. render

Word forms

Past participle
paid
Present participle
paying
Past tense
paid
Third person singular
pays

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Her pay is competitive compared to other companies in the industry.

  2. vt.

    I need to pay the rent before the end of the month.

  3. vi.

    If you work hard, your efforts will pay off in the end.