avenge

/ˈævɛndʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to take revenge or punish for a past wrong or injury

“She vowed to avenge her brother’s death.”

2. verb

to inflict harm or damage on someone or something in return for a wrong

“The country vowed to avenge the terrorist attack on its citizens.”

3. noun

revenge or punishment for a past wrong or injury

“The news of her avenge brought a sense of closure to the family.”

4. noun

a revenge or punishment for a past wrong or injury

“The avenge of her brother’s death was a long and difficult process.”

Synonyms

  • punish
  • retaliate
  • revenge
  • vindicate

Antonyms

  • condone
  • forgive
  • pardone