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    RETALIATES Synonyms

    There are 3 synonyms of the word retaliates. (exact relations)
    There are 5 hypernyms of the word retaliates. (close relations)
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    Definition of RETALIATES
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    retaliate

    Best Alternative Words for RETALIATES

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    avenge
    		verbv
    verb

    • take revenge for a perceived wrong

    revenge
    		verb, nounv, n
    noun

    • action taken in return for an injury or offense

    verb

    • take revenge for a perceived wrong

    strike back
    		verbv
    verb

    • make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil

    Best Hypernyms For RETALIATES

    Here is a list of related hypernyms for retaliates, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
    Words (5)
    hit penalise penalize punish strike

    Alternatives for AVENGE

    Words (3)
    retaliaterevengespite
    All synonyms for avenge
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