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avenger

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Noun — Someone who avenges a wrong, especially by punishing the person responsible.

Etymology

From Middle English avengere, formed from avenge plus -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “avenger” mean?

The word “avenger” means someone who avenges a wrong, especially by punishing the person responsible. In plain terms, a person who gets payback for a wrong done to them or someone else.

How do you pronounce “avenger”?

“Avenger” is pronounced uh-VEHND-zhuh (/əˈvɛndʒə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “avenger” in a sentence?

Here is “avenger” used in a sentence: “The story follows a lone avenger hunting down his family's killers.”

What part of speech is “avenger”?

“Avenger” is a noun.

Where does the word “avenger” come from?

The word “avenger” comes from Middle English. From Middle English avengere, formed from avenge plus -er.

Related words

revenger venger

Nearby words

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