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vengeful

adjective venge·ful \ˈvenj-fəl\

: feeling or showing a desire to harm someone who has harmed you : feeling or showing a desire for vengeance

Full Definition of VENGEFUL

: revengeful: as

a : seeking to avenge

b : serving to gain vengeance

— venge·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb

— venge·ful·ness noun

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Origin of VENGEFUL

obsolete English venge revenge

First Known Use: circa 1586

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Synonyms: revengeful, vindictive

VENGEFULNESS Defined for Kids

vengeful

adjective venge·ful \ˈvenj-fəl\

Definition of VENGEFUL for Kids

: wanting revenge

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