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remittal Synonyms

Another word for remittal

Choosing another word for remittal depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 remission of the heavy fines imposed on her client."

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remission
Strong
cancellation
pardon
absolution
discharge
surrender

• 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 remand of the dispute to the district court for a new hearing."

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remand
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remission
referral
committal

• noun (Context 3)

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

Usage Example

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

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remittance
payment
Strong
settlement
disbursement

Opposites of remittal

The opposite of remittal shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nonpayment
enforcement
exaction
retention
default
imposition
See all opposites of remittal

• Nearby Words

remission
remissly
remit
remittal
remittance
remix
remixer

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