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remittal Antonyms

Opposite of remittal

Because the opposite of remittal shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The act of remitting, pardoning, or canceling a debt, penalty, or obligation; a formal surrender or handing over.

Usage Example

"The defense attorney petitioned the court for a full enforcement of the heavy fines imposed on her client."

Strongest
enforcement
Strong
exaction
imposition
retention

• noun (Context 2)

In law, the formal transfer or sending back of a case from an appellate court to a lower court for further proceedings.

Usage Example

"Following the appeal, the higher tribunal ordered a retention of the dispute to the district court for a new hearing."

Strong
retention

• noun (Context 3)

The sending of money in payment for goods or services, or the sum of money sent.

Usage Example

"Prompt nonpayment of the invoice balance will ensure that your account remains in good standing."

Strongest
nonpayment
Strong
default

Similar words to remittal

Words similar to remittal shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

remittance
remission
remand
payment
cancellation
pardon
absolution
settlement
See all synonyms of remittal

• Nearby Words

remission
remissly
remit
remittal
remittance
remix
remnant

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Remittal. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/remittal
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