vengeance

The word “vengeance” has 3 syllables: ven-ge-ance

It's pronounced as /ˈvɛn.dʒəns/

What is synonym and antonym for vengeance?

In the thesaurus, “vengeance” has 38 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for vengeance along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for vengeance

amends
avengement
avenging
castigation
chastisement
compensation
correction
counter
counterattack
counterblow
counteroffensive
discipline
evening of score
eye for an eye
getting even
indemnification
indemnity
nemesis
payback
penalty
punishment
quittance
recompense
recoupment
redress
remuneration
repayment
reprisal
requital
restitution
retaliation
retribution
return
revenge
settling of score
tit for tat
vengefulness
wrath

Antonyms for vengeance

clemency
forgiveness
grace
leniency
lenity
mercy
pardon
remission
sympathy

Meanings of vengeance

noun
1. Revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.
2. Desire for revenge.

Example Sentences

The hero sought vengeance for the betrayal of his closest friend.
After years of suffering, she finally found the strength to exact her vengeance.
The villain swore vengeance against those who had wronged him.
The battle was fought with the intent of vengeance, fueled by anger and sorrow.
He acted out of vengeance, not realizing the consequences of his actions.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vengeance, such as: amends, avengement, avenging, castigation, chastisement, clemency, compensation.

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