retribution

language: en

definitions

  1. noun
    punishment inflicted for an injury or wrong
    en: punishment inflicted for an injury or wrong
  2. noun
    the act of punishing someone for a crime
    en: the act of punishing someone for a crime

examples

  1. He sought retribution for the insult.

    He sought retribution for the insult.

  2. Justice demands retribution.

    Justice demands retribution.