revenge-seeking
|re-venge-seek-ing|
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/rɪˈvɛndʒ ˌsiːkɪŋ/
desire for retaliation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'revenge' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'revenger,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'venger' meant 'to avenge.'
Historical Evolution
'revenger' transformed into the Middle English word 'revenge,' and eventually became the modern English word 'revenge.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to avenge or retaliate,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a strong desire to retaliate or get back at someone for a perceived wrong.
His revenge-seeking nature made him difficult to trust.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42