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avenge

[uh-venj] / əˈvɛndʒ /
VERB
retaliate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
vindicate
STRONG
chasten chastise punish redress repay requite revenge
WEAK
come back at even the score get back at get even payback retribute stick it to take satisfaction take vengeance venge
Antonyms
STRONG
cheer comfort encourage forgive

Example Sentences

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Her dreams propelled Jackson toward college — as did a need to avenge the childhood taunts that echoed in his head.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Fury's two career defeats came in successive bouts against Usyk in 2024 and he has spoken of a desire to avenge those losses this year.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

It is also a chance for the Broncos to avenge last year's devastating 31-7 playoff loss in Buffalo.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

But the Rams had to overcome numerous missed opportunities to avenge their Nov. 30 loss here, a 31-28 defeat that ended the Rams’ six-game winning streak and knocked them out of the No. 1 seed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2026

Thiazi's daughter, Skadi, put on her armor, picked up her weapons, and came to Asgard to avenge her father.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman