Vengeance

/ˈvɛn.dʒəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

punishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong.

She sought vengeance against those who betrayed her.

the desire to harm someone in return for a perceived wrong.

His vengeance was driven by a deep sense of injustice.

the act of taking revenge.

In a fit of vengeance, he plotted to ruin her reputation.

the act of harming someone as a response to an injury or offense.

The group took vengeance on their rivals after the loss.

Middle English 'vengeaunce', from Old French 'vengeance', from Latin 'vindicatio' meaning defense, reprisal.

Vengeance is mine

a phrase indicating that one will take revenge, often implying divine justice.

Vengeance on someone

to take revenge against someone specifically.

Seek vengeance

to actively look for ways to retaliate.

revenge

the act of inflicting harm in return for an injury.

retribution

punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act.

payback

informal term for revenge or retribution.

getting back at someone

She took some serious payback for the betrayal.

a comeback or retaliation

His vengeance game was strong after the breakup.