avenge in English
- avenge⇄avenge, verb, avenged,avenging.
- avenge⇄noun avengement
- avenge⇄v.i. to get revenge.
Ex. Thou shalt not avenge (Leviticus 19:18).
(SYN) retaliate. - avenge⇄v.t. 1. to get revenge for.
Ex. to avenge an insult. He vowed to avenge his brother's murder by tracking down the murderer.
2. to take vengeance on behalf of.
Ex. The clan avenged their slain chief.
avenge in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
avenge in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
avenge in Sindhi سنڌي
avenge in Tamil தமிழ்
AVENGE
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
/əˈvɛndʒ/
Definitions
- 1. To inflict harm or punishment in return for an injury or wrongdoing.
- 2. To take vengeance on behalf of someone else.
Usage Examples
- "He swore to avenge his brother's death."
- "The general vowed to avenge the defeat of his army."
- "The villain plotted to avenge the wrongs done to his family."
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word *avengen*, from Old French *avengier*, meaning "to take vengeance on," from *a* (on) + *venger* (to avenge). The word's roots can be traced back to Latin *vindicare*, meaning "to claim, defend, avenge."
Synonyms
- Revenge
- Retaliate
- Payback
- Get even
- Settle the score
Antonyms
- Forgive
- Pardon
- Condone
- Excuse
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| English | Avenge | /əˈvɛndʒ/ |
| Spanish | Vengar | /benˈɣar/ |
| French | Venger | /vɑ̃ʒe/ |
| Italian | Vendicare | /venˈdi.kare/ |
| German | Räche | /ˈʁɛːçə/ |
| Portuguese | Vingar | /vĩˈɡaɾ/ |
| Hindi | बदला लेना (Badla Lena) | /ˈbəd̪lɑː ˈleːnɑː/ |
| Bengali | প্রতিশোধ নেওয়া (Pratishodh Noya) | /ˈprɔt̪iʃodh neˈʋa/ |
| Marathi | प्रतिशोध (Pratishodh) | /ˈprət̪iːʃodh/ |
| Punjabi | ਬਦਲਾ ਲੈਣਾ (Badla Laina) | /ˈbəd̪lɑː ˈlɛːnɑː/ |
| Arabic | ينتقم (Yantaqim) | /janˈtaqim/ |
| Chinese | 复仇 (Fùchóu) | /fu˥˩ʈʂoʊ˧˥/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
Pronunciation may vary slightly depending on the accent and regional dialects. In British English, it is typically pronounced as /əˈvɛndʒ/, while American English may feature a slightly more pronounced "v" sound.
Historical Usage
The concept of vengeance, or avenging a wrong, has been a central theme throughout history and literature, particularly in epic stories such as Homer's *Iliad* and Shakespeare's *Hamlet*. The word "avenge" has been used to describe acts of retribution since at least the 14th century.
Cultural Nuances
Avenge is often associated with a moral dimension, where it is viewed as both a righteous duty and a form of justice. In many cultures, avenging an insult or a wrong done to oneself or one’s family is seen as a noble pursuit, while in others, it may be considered a dangerous, morally ambiguous action.
More Information
The act of avenging has been immortalized in literature, folklore, and films, often depicted as a heroic or necessary act. However, in modern society, the concept of "avenging" is increasingly replaced by legal means of justice, as the idea of personal retribution is viewed with more caution. Despite this, "avenging" remains a powerful motif in storytelling and is commonly associated with justice, revenge, and the struggle for moral balance.