Definition and Synonyms for Retaliate

Definition of Retaliate

1. Take revenge for a perceived wrong Verb
2. Make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil Verb

Synonyms for word "retaliate"

Semanticaly linked words with "retaliate"

Lexical Analysis for "retaliate"

retaliator
Noun
derivation
1
1. someone who takes vengeance
retaliation
Noun
derivation
2
1. action taken in return for an injury or offense
2. action taken in return for an injury or offense
retaliatory
Adjective Satellite
derivation
2
1. of or relating to or having the nature of retribution
2. of or relating to or having the nature of retribution

Words Rhyme with retaliate

Etymology for retaliate

etymologically related retaliation
etymological origin of retaliatus [Latin]
is derived from retaliated
is derived from retaliates
is derived from retaliating
is derived from retaliation
is derived from retaliative
is derived from retaliatory