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retribution

noun

/ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃən/

Meaning

punishment inflicted as vengeance for a wrong or crime

The villagers demanded retribution for the crime committed.

divine retribution

punishment, penalty, vengeance, retaliation, justice

forgiveness, pardon, mercy

seek retribution, face retribution, divine retribution, demand retribution

the action of making false spoken statements damaging to someone's reputation

A gradual slope, or the degree of inclination of a surface.

A vehicle, such as an airplane or helicopter, that can fly in the air.

a small wave on the surface of water; a spreading effect or influence

Critical observation or examination.

a furnace or oven for burning, baking, or drying, especially one for firing pottery or bricks