avenge
verb | /avenge/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to inflict harm in return for (an injury or wrong done to oneself or another)
avenge
verb | /avenge/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto inflict harm in return for (an injury or wrong done to oneself or another)
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Synonyms
retaliateexact retributionpunish
Antonyms
forgivepardonoverlook
Examples
"She vowed to avenge her brother's death by exposing the truth."
"The leader promised to avenge the betrayal and restore order."
Etymology
from Old French avengier “to take vengeance”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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