Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

revengeful

adjective
/rɪˈvɛn(d)ʒfəl/
Definition
having a strong desire for revenge
Examples
  • She was revengeful after being wronged by her colleague.
  • The revengeful villain plotted against his enemies.
Meaning
The quality of wanting to get back at someone or something that has caused harm or injury to oneself.
Synonyms
  • vengeful
  • retaliatory
  • spiteful
  • avenging