Synonyms for

Retaliatory

Verb / ri:ˈtæljʌˌtɔ:ri: / Another word for retaliatory — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'retaliatory' is seeking revenge or punishment in response to a perceived wrongdoing.

Synonyms & similar words

vindicatory retributive relatiative retributory vindictive vengeful retributive vengeant revengeful avenging reprisal recriminatory payback retributory punitive revenge vengeance retaliation counter-retaliatory retaliative counter-retaliative counter-revengeful counter-retributive counter-revenge

Example sentences

  1. The country launched a retaliatory strike against its enemy.
  2. His retaliatory actions only escalated the situation.
  3. The teacher imposed a retaliatory punishment on the misbehaving student.
  4. She felt a sense of retaliatory satisfaction after standing up for herself.
  5. He faced retaliatory measures after violating the rules.

Quotes

  • An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • “If you bite my hand, I'll bite your face. - Chinese Proverb
  • “Revenge is not always sweet, once it is consummated we feel inferior to our victim. - Emile M. Cioran

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