Retribution
Noun | /retribution/
Punishment or a penalty imposed in response to wrongdoing; deserved repayment for an act.
Retribution
Noun | /retribution/
Essential WordsMEDIUMPunishment or a penalty imposed in response to wrongdoing; deserved repayment for an act.
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"The court imposed retribution for the fraud through a substantial fine. Means: The court punished the fraud by imposing a large fine."
"In the story, the villain feared retribution for his betrayal. Means: The villain feared that he would be punished for betraying others."
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Retribution is a response that “returns” consequences for a wrong.
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