<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object)<ul><li>to inflict or execute (punishment, vengeance, etc.): They wreaked havoc on the enemy.</li><li>Synonyms: unleash, vent, visit, inflict, impose.</li><li>to carry out the promptings of (one's rage, ill humor, will, desire, etc.), as on a victim or object: He wreaked his anger on the office staff.</li></ul></li></ul>