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vengeance

/ˈvɛndʒəns/ noun · British & US
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What does vengeance mean?

noun

The act of taking revenge, or the desire to do so. A feeling of bitter resentment and determination to exact revenge.

Example

"The victim's family sought vengeance against the perpetrator."

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