avenge
verbHow to pronounce avenge:
Definition of avenge:
- avenge (verb):
- to take vengeance for or on behalf of
- to inflict a punishment in retaliation for (harm done) or on behalf of (the person harmed)
Synonyms for avenge:
requiterevengecompensatecorrectretaliatepunishredressAntonyms for avenge:
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