Be revenged on

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verb

To harm or punish someone as a response to a wrong done to oneself or others within one's circle.

He swore that he would be revenged on those who had betrayed him.
Visual representation of "be revenged on" - To harm or punish someone as a response to a wrong done to oneself or others within one's circle.

Often appears as...

  • swear to be revenged on
  • promise to be revenged on
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Archaic Usage

The phrase is old-fashioned and rarely used in modern conversation or writing.

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Reading Shakespeare, I noticed characters often vowed to 'be revenged on' their foes.
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Vengeful Context

It's used in situations involving deep anger or desire for retaliation, not mild annoyance.

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After the relentless bullying, he muttered he would 'be revenged on' the culprits.
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Personal Wrong

The phrase implies a response to a personal grievance or injury.

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When her brother was wronged, she pledged to 'be revenged on' the slanderer.
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