revenge
Translation
revenge, retaliation, vengeance
Examples
He sought revenge for the murder of his brother.
He sought revenge for the murder of his brother.
She took revenge on him for his betrayal.
She took revenge on him for his betrayal.
Grammar Patterns
revenge ((for sth.)) revenge for something He sought revenge for the insult.
revenge ((on sb.)) revenge on somebody She took revenge on her enemies.
to get/take/seek revenge to get revenge He swore to get revenge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: retaliation, retribution; Antonyms: forgiveness, pardon
Etymology
From Old French 'revenger', from 're-' (again) + 'vengier' (to avenge).
Memory Tips
Think 're-avenge' – to avenge again or in return for a wrong.