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vengeful Definition and Meaning in English (vengeful definition)

adjective
Synonyms:vindictiverevengefulretaliatory
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Vengeful definition: Having a strong desire to seek revenge or inflict punishment on someone for a wrong they have committed.

Definitions of Vengeful

  1. 1adjective

    Having a strong desire to seek revenge or inflict punishment on someone for a wrong they have committed.

Example Sentences

“The vengeful king vowed to destroy his enemies.”

“She had a vengeful look in her eyes after the betrayal.”

“It is difficult to forgive someone who is truly vengeful.”

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Vengeful definition: Having a strong desire to seek revenge or inflict punishment on someone for a wrong they have committed.
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'Vengeful' translates to 'vengeful' in English. Vengeful definition: Having a strong desire to seek revenge or inflict punishment on someone for a wrong they have committed.
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