Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

venge

verb
/vɛnʤ/
Definition
To inflict harm or punishment in return for an injury or wrong.
Examples
  • She vowed to venge her brother after the incident.
  • He felt an urge to venge those who had wronged him.
  • The hero sought to venge his fallen comrades.
Meaning
To take revenge for a grievance.
Synonyms
  • avenge
  • retaliate
  • revenge
  • repay
  • reciprocate