Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vendeta
noun
ven-ˈde-tə
Definition
A prolonged bitter feud or rivalry, often characterized by revenge or retribution.
Examples
- After years of rivalry, the vendeta between the two families showed no signs of ending.
- The vendeta escalated into a series of violent confrontations.
Meaning
The term ‘vendeta’ is used to describe a situation where two parties, typically families or groups, are involved in a long-lasting conflict that often involves acts of revenge.
Synonyms
- feud
- vendetta
- rivalry
- grudge