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RETALIATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Retaliates.

Retaliates - as a verb

Take revenge for a perceived wrong

Example: "He wants to avenge the murder of his brother"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avengerevenge
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
penalisepenalizepunish
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil

Example: "The empire strikes back"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strike back

Example Sentences

"The army retaliates by launching a counterattack."
"He retaliates with harsh words whenever he feels insulted."
"She retaliates to bullying by standing up for herself."
"The boxer retaliates with a powerful punch."
"The team retaliates with a goal after the opposing team scores."
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Word Game Points

Is RETALIATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RETALIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is RETALIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETALIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is RETALIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retaliates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETALIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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