What does retaliatory mean?
Retaliatory means Relating to or part of a retaliation..
Retaliatory
/ɹɪˈtælɪət(ə)ɹɪ/ · adjective
Meaning
Relating to or part of a retaliation..
Example Sentences
The hostile forces were at an impasse; neither could attack with enough force and still defend against the retaliatory counterattack.
Synonyms for retaliatory
Antonyms for retaliatory
Related Words
Word Forms
- more retaliatory
- most retaliatory
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for retaliatory?
Common synonyms include retaliatory, retributionary, retributive, retributory.
What is the opposite of retaliatory?
Possible antonyms include unretaliatory, unretributive, nonretaliatory, nonretributive.
How do you use retaliatory in a sentence?
The hostile forces were at an impasse; neither could attack with enough force and still defend against the retaliatory counterattack.
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