Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dont-get-mad-get-even

idiom

/doʊnt ɡɛt mæd ɡɛt ˈivɪn/

Definition

A phrase that suggests one should seek revenge rather than getting upset about a situation.

Examples

When they pulled a prank on me, I decided to follow the saying, ‘dont-get-mad-get-even’ and planned my own joke.
She believed in ‘dont-get-mad-get-even’, so instead of confronting her boss about the unfair treatment, she worked harder to prove her value.

Meaning

This expression encourages individuals to respond to perceived wrongs with action, particularly focusing on retaliation instead of allowing anger to fester.