Vengeance

usgb/ˈvendʒəns/
noun

The act of hurting or punishing someone in response to a wrong action they have done.

He swore vengeance on those who had wronged him.
Visual representation of "vengeance" - The act of hurting or punishing someone in response to a wrong action they have done

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  • swear vengeance
  • seek vengeance
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Emotional Intensity

Vengeance conveys a deep, powerful desire to retaliate, often with passion.

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Her eyes blazed with vengeance as she confronted her betrayer.
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Preceding Injustice

Vengeance is usually sought after a perceived serious injustice, not minor offenses.

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The community sought vengeance for the unlawful destruction of their homes.
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Narrative Tension

In stories, vengeance can be a central theme that drives plot and character motivation.

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The hero's quest for vengeance became the saga's driving force.
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