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revengefully

|re-venge-ful-ly|

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/rɪˈvɛndʒfəli/

(revengeful)

desire for revenge

Base FormNounAdverb
revengefulrevengefulnessrevengefully
Etymology
Etymology Information

'revengefully' originates from the English word 'revengeful', which is derived from the word 'revenge', itself coming from the Old French 'revenger', meaning 'to avenge'.

Historical Evolution

'revenge' changed from the Old French word 'revenger' and eventually became the modern English word 'revenge'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to avenge or retaliate', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'seeking revenge'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that seeks revenge.

He acted revengefully after the betrayal.

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Last updated: 2025/03/07 04:39