revanchism

/rɪvæŋˈkɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A policy or desire of revenge, especially for past injustices or territorial losses.

“The country’s revanchist sentiment led to a renewed push for border revision.”

2. noun

A policy or movement aimed at regaining or recovering something that was lost, such as territory or national honor.

“The revanchist movement gained momentum after the country’s defeat in the war.”

Synonyms

  • reprisal
  • retribution
  • revenge

Antonyms

  • forgiveness
  • reconciliation