AVENGEMENT

Etymology

Noun

avengement (countable and uncountable, plural avengements)

(rare) The inflicting of retributive punishment; satisfaction taken.

Synonyms

• avengeance, vengeance

Source: Wiktionary


A*venge"ment, n.

Definition: The inflicting of retributive punishment; satisfaction taken. [R.] Milton.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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