ˈrepɪsəl

Definitions

1. noun

An act of retaliation, especially a violent or hostile one.

“The government’s response to the terrorist attack was seen as a reprisal against the militant group.”

2. noun

A retaliatory measure or penalty.

“The company faced a hefty reprisal for violating environmental regulations.”

3. noun

A retribution or revenge, often violent or severe.

“The villain’s sinister plan was a reprisal for the hero’s past mistakes.”

4. verb

To take revenge or retaliate, especially violently or severely.

“The mob reprised the rival gang’s brutal attack with a violent reprisal of their own.”