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revenge

The correct spelling is revenge.

How to pronounce revenge

/ɹɪˈvɛndʒ/
noun

IPA: /ɹɪˈvɛndʒ/

Say it like: Rev-enj-e

The correct spelling is revenge. Any form of personal retaliatory action against an individual, institution, or group for some alleged or perceived harm or injustice. For example: "Indifference is the sweetest revenge."

Usage Examples

Indifference is the sweetest revenge.

Arsenal revenged its loss to Manchester United last time with a 5–0 drubbing this time.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Any form of personal retaliatory action against an individual, institution, or group for some alleged or perceived harm or injustice.
  2. 2.A win by a previous loser.

verb

  1. 1.To take revenge for (a particular harmful action) or on behalf of (its victim); to avenge.
  2. 2.To take one's revenge (on or upon someone).
  3. 3.To take vengeance; to revenge itself.

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