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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

retaliated

/riːtæliˈeɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does retaliated mean?

verb

To take revenge for a wrong or injury, or to respond to an attack or criticism in kind. To retaliate against someone or something.

Example

"The company retaliated against the negative review by issuing a public statement."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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