Vocabulary Entry

avenge

|verb • noun

verb

To inflict a punishment in return for a wrong; to take vengeance.

Example Sentences

"She vowed to avenge her brother's unjust punishment."

"He seeks to avenge the betrayal he suffered at work."

"The hero's mission was to avenge the destruction of his village."

"In the movie, the character must avenge the death of his family."

noun

Example Sentences

"His journey for revenge turned into a quest for avenge."

"The concept of avenge is explored in many ancient myths."

"She felt a strong sense of avenge after the tragedy."

"Avenge can often lead to a cycle of violence."