Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seek-retribution
verb phrase
/siːk ˌrɛtɪˈbjuːʃən/
Definition
To pursue punishment or compensation for a wrongdoing.
Examples
- After the unfair treatment, she decided to seek retribution against her former employer.
- He believed that seeking retribution would bring closure to the painful event.
- The community organized to seek retribution for the injustices they faced.
Meaning
The act of looking for vengeance or reparation for a perceived injustice.
Synonyms
- avenge
- punish
- get even
- retaliate
- counterattack
