Retributive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈtɹɪ.bjʊ.tɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Retributive is an adjective meaning Relating to retribution; retaliatory.
Meaning
Relating to retribution; retaliatory.
Example Sentences
Their goal is retributive: to exact a price from Palestinian civilians (and in some cases left-wing Israeli Jews, Christians, and Israeli security forces) for actions Israeli authorities take against the settlers, usually building enforcement in illegally built settlements.
Synonyms for retributive
Depending on context, synonyms include retributionary, retributory, retaliatory, vindicatory, just, reciprocal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include avenging, retributory, vindicatory, reciprocal, just, restorative.
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