noun
- the act of getting revenge or striking back against someone who has harmed you
Examples
- The bombing was seen as retaliation for the earlier attack.
- She feared retaliation from her former employer after filing the complaint.
- The country threatened military retaliation if its borders were crossed.
- His harsh criticism was clearly retaliation for being passed over for promotion.
- The gang violence escalated as each side sought retaliation.
- Economic sanctions were imposed in retaliation for the trade violations.