Revengefulness: meaning, definitions and examples

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revengefulness

 

[ rɪˈvɛn(d)ʒf(ʊ)lnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling of

The state of feeling a strong desire for vengeance or retaliation against someone who has wronged you.

Synonyms

retaliation, vindication, vindictiveness

Examples of usage

  • She couldn't shake off the revengefulness she felt towards her ex-boyfriend.
  • His revengefulness was evident in the harsh words he used towards his former business partner.
Context #2 | Noun

trait of

The quality of being inclined to seek revenge or payback for perceived injustices.

Synonyms

retaliation, vindication, vindictiveness

Examples of usage

  • His revengefulness often clouded his judgment and led to impulsive decisions.
  • She was known for her revengefulness, never letting go of a grudge.

Translations

Translations of the word "revengefulness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vingança

🇮🇳 प्रतिशोध की भावना

🇩🇪 Rachsucht

🇮🇩 dendam

🇺🇦 мстивість

🇵🇱 mściwość

🇯🇵 復讐心 (ふくしゅうしん)

🇫🇷 esprit de vengeance

🇪🇸 vengatividad

🇹🇷 intikam duygusu

🇰🇷 복수심

🇸🇦 روح الانتقام

🇨🇿 mstitelnost

🇸🇰 pomstychtivosť

🇨🇳 复仇心

🇸🇮 maščevalnost

🇮🇸 hefndarþrá

🇰🇿 кекшілдік

🇬🇪 შურისმაძიებლობა

🇦🇿 qisasçılıq

🇲🇽 vengatividad

Etymology

The word 'revengefulness' dates back to the mid-19th century, derived from the word 'revenge' with the suffix '-ful' added to emphasize the quality or state of seeking revenge. The concept of revenge has been present throughout human history, often associated with the desire for retribution or justice in response to perceived wrongs or harm. This innate human emotion has been explored in various literary works, psychological studies, and philosophical discussions.

See also: revengeful, revengefully.