Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the phrase
Pay Off.
Pay Off - as a verb
Yield a profit or result
Example: "His efforts finally paid off"
Eliminate by paying off (debts)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
liquidateHypernyms (Closely Related)
ante uppaypay upHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Do or give something to somebody in return
Example: "Does she pay you for the work you are doing?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compensatepayExample Sentences
"The pay off for all our hard work was getting promoted."
"The pay off for investing in stocks can be significant."
"The pay off for studying diligently is often good grades."
"The pay off for finishing the project early was receiving a bonus."
"The pay off for saving money is having a financial safety net."