reinflict

/ˌriːɪnfˈlɪkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to inflict again, often in a more severe or intense manner

“The harsh critic’s reinfliction of scathing reviews on the struggling artist had a devastating effect.”

2. noun

an act of inflicting again, often in a more severe or intense manner

“The reinfliction of the harsh punishment on the prisoner sparked widespread outrage.”

Synonyms

  • reimpose
  • reinfest

Antonyms

  • mitigate
  • remedy