RETALIATES
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Retaliates.
Retaliates - as a verb
Take revenge for a perceived wrong
Example: "He wants to avenge the murder of his brother"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avenge10revenge11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
penalise10penalize19punish11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil
Example: "The empire strikes back"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strike backExample Sentences
"The army retaliates by launching a counterattack."
"He retaliates with harsh words whenever he feels insulted."
"She retaliates to bullying by standing up for herself."
"The boxer retaliates with a powerful punch."
"The team retaliates with a goal after the opposing team scores."
Word Game Points
Is RETALIATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETALIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is RETALIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETALIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is RETALIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETALIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
