Verbs for Revenge

to make a counterattack or respond in a similar manner

When betrayed by a close friend, she resisted the urge to retaliate the injury.

to seek retribution or take vengeance on behalf of oneself or others for a perceived wrong or harm

Determined to avenge her brother's death, the protagonist embarked on a quest for justice.

to move alternately in a forward and backward motion, creating a repetitive or oscillating pattern

During the piston pump's operation, the plungers reciprocated to create suction and discharge fluid.

to give something as a reward or compensation for services, favors, or achievements

The hero was requited with riches and honors for his bravery in battle.

to make a counterattack, often responding with similar force or action, especially in response to harm or wrongdoing

The superhero vowed to strike back against the villain's evil plans to save the city.

to respond to an attack or criticism

When criticized, he always knows how to hit back with a strong defense.

an attack made in response to someone else's attack

The army launched a counterattack to regain lost ground.

the act of seeking punishment against someone who has wronged or hurt one in some way

He sought revenge for the betrayal.

to take revenge on someone for something they did

She planned to get back at him for spreading rumors.

to seek revenge on someone for something they did

He vowed to pay them back for ruining his reputation.

to repair something that is broken

He regularly fixes his bicycle when it has issues.

to seek revenge for a wrong done

He vowed to venge the death of his kinsman.