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What is another word for Amende?

Pronunciation: [ɐmˈɛnd] (IPA)

Amende is a French word that means 'fine'. However, there are several synonyms for this word that one can use to replace it and sound more polished. Some of them are penalty, forfeit or pledge. The term levy is another alternative, emphasizing the fact that one's assets can be used to settle the debt. A sanction or discipline may also be a substitute depending on the context in which it is used. The words charge or assessment are commonly used in a financial or regulatory context and could also be employed in place of 'amende'. These options allow for a more diverse and expressive range of vocabulary.
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The consequence was an Amende honorable to the young man, on whom-he having no idea whatever of its provoking cause-it produced the effect that might have been anticipated.
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
Although not admitting the reason for his conduct, I am strongly convinced that the step is a mere acknowledgment of an error on his part, and an effort, however late, at the Amende honorable.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Many modern wives, again, might have been tiresome about an Amende honourable indeed but so obviously planned.
"Helena Brett's Career"
Desmond Coke

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