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vengeful

0 synonyms and 6 antonyms for vengeful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Wanting revenge; driven by a desire to punish someone who has wronged you.

Antonyms

conciliatory forgiving placable unrevengeful unvengeful unvindictive

How to use vengeful

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

vengeful spirit a vengeful god feel vengeful

Etymology

Formed from venge (an older verb meaning "to avenge") plus the suffix -ful.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vengeful” mean?

The word “vengeful” means wanting revenge; driven by a desire to punish someone who has wronged you. In plain terms, wanting revenge — describes a person, mood, or act motivated by getting even.

How do you pronounce “vengeful”?

“Vengeful” is pronounced VEHNZH-fuhl (/ˈvɛnʒ.fəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “vengeful” in a sentence?

Here is “vengeful” used in a sentence: “The vengeful ex-employee leaked confidential files to a rival company.”

What is the opposite of “vengeful”?

The opposite of “vengeful” — its antonyms — are conciliatory, forgiving, placable, unrevengeful and unvengeful.

What part of speech is “vengeful”?

“Vengeful” is an adjective.

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