Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
comeuppance
Noun
/ˌkʌmˈʌp.əns/
Definition
A deserved punishment or fate that comes to a person, often after their wrongdoings.
Examples
- After months of dishonesty, he finally received his comeuppance when the truth was revealed.
- She believed that his rude comments would eventually lead to his comeuppance.
Meaning
Comeuppance refers to the consequence or outcome that someone faces for their actions, especially when those actions are negative or unkind.
Synonyms
- Reckoning
- Retribution
- Consequences
- Punishment
