Avengement
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Avengement is a noun meaning (rare) The inflicting of retributive punishment; satisfaction taken.
Meaning
(rare) The inflicting of retributive punishment; satisfaction taken.
Example Sentences
God's avengement of his repulse at Hull
Nought may thee save from heavens avengement.
Of St. Edmund’s fearful avengements have they not the remarkablest instance still before their eyes?
Word Forms
- avengements
Synonyms for avengement
Depending on context, synonyms include avengeance, vengeance.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include revenging, avenging, revenge, payback, comeuppance, reprisal.
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