<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to exact punishment or expiation for a wrong on behalf of, especially in a resentful or vindictive spirit: He revenged his murdered brother.</li><li>to take vengeance for; inflict punishment for; avenge: He revenged his brother's murder.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the act of revenging; retaliation for injuries or wrongs; vengeance.</li><li>Synonyms: requital, something done in vengeance.</li><li>the desire to retaliate; vindictiveness.</li><li>an opportunity to retaliate or gain satisfaction.</li></ul>