Avenger: meaning, definitions and examples

Specifically refers to a member of the superhero group in popular culture, often in comic books or movies.

• Captain America is one of the original Avengers
• The new Avengers movie is coming out this summer

Refers to someone who takes the law into their own hands, acting outside the legal system. This term often carries a negative connotation, implying a disregard for legal processes.

• The town was divided on whether the vigilante was a hero or a menace
• He was labeled a vigilante after repeatedly attacking known criminals without any legal authority

Conveys a more dramatic or divine sense of retribution, often used in literature or mythology. It can imply a sense of righteousness or moral crusade.

• She fought like an avenging angel, determined to right the wrongs done to her family
• The character in the story is depicted as an avenging angel bringing justice to the oppressed

Used in storytelling, particularly in novels, movies, and comics, to describe a character who takes justice into their own hands, often driven by personal loss or a strong sense of moral duty.

• Batman is often seen as a retributive hero, combating crime in Gotham City
• In the film, the protagonist emerges as a retributive hero after his village is destroyed

This word is commonly used to describe someone who seeks revenge. It often carries a sense of justice and is typically used in dramatic or action-oriented contexts.

• He became the avenger of his fallen family.
• The avenger didn't rest until he brought the criminals to justice.