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Synonyms & Similar Words
vengefulness
resentfulness
bitterness
rancor
animosity
hostility
antagonism
acrimony
spleen
ire
indignation
outrage
umbrage
pique
irritation
vexation
gall
acerbity
asperity
ill will
malevolence
malignity
nastiness
spite
spitefulness
vindictiveness
revenge
retaliation
retribution
vendetta
grudge
rancorousness
implacability
Meaning of Revengefulness
A feeling of deep anger or resentment, typically in response to a perceived injury or injustice, which motivates a desire for revenge or retaliation.
Definitions
- The state of being vengeful or disposed to seek revenge
- * A feeling of deep anger or resentment, typically in response to a perceived injury or injustice
Etymology of Revengefulness
The word "revengefulness" originates from the Old French word "revenge," which is derived from the Latin words "re" (meaning "again" or "anew") and "vindicta" (meaning "vengeance" or "punishment")
The suffix "-fulness" is added to the root word "revenge" to form an abstract noun, indicating a state or quality of being
Example Uses
- The victim's family felt a deep sense of revengefulness towards the perpetrator of the crime
- * The team's revengefulness after their previous defeat motivated them to play with increased intensity and aggression
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
forgiveness
pardon
absolution
clemency
mercy
leniency
gentleness
kindness
benevolence
generosity
charity
tolerance
understanding
compassion
empathy
conciliation
reconciliation
pacification
calmness
serenity
tranquility
peacefulness