Synonyms of vengeance
5 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for vengeance is retribution. Other synonyms of vengeance are retaliation. The opposite of vengeance is reconciliation.
Synonyms and similar words for vengeance
nounMore synonyms
- reprisal
- retaliationViolent or otherwise punitive response to an act of harm or perceived injustice; a hitting back; revenge.
- retributionPunishment inflicted in the spirit of moral outrage or personal vengeance.
- revenge
- wreakRevenge; vengeance; furious passion; resentment.
Opposite of vengeance
nounMore antonyms
Meaning of vengeance
- noun Revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.
- noun Desire for revenge.
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Questions about synonyms of vengeance
- What is another word for vengeance?
- Vengeance has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as retribution and retaliation.
- What is the opposite of vengeance?
- The opposite of vengeance is reconciliation.
- What does vengeance mean?
- Vengeance means revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.
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