noun
1.
Synonyms: evil 2, sin, wickedness, wrong
2.
Synonyms: indebtedness 1, arrearage, liability, obligation
3.
something (as money) that is owed
struggling to keep ahead of his debts
Synonyms: arrear(s), arrearage, due, indebtedness, liability; compare indebtedness 1
Related Word: default, deficit, delinquency, nonpayment, outstandings; debit, demurrage
Contrasted words: asset, credit; compensation, refund, reimbursement, remuneration