First Known Use: circa 1586
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vengeful
adjective venge·ful \ˈvenj-fəl\
: feeling or showing a desire to harm someone who has harmed you : feeling or showing a desire for vengeance
Full Definition of VENGEFUL
— venge·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— venge·ful·ness noun
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Origin of VENGEFUL
obsolete English venge revenge
Related to VENGEFUL
- Synonyms
- revengeful, vindictive
VENGEFULLY Defined for Kids
vengeful
adjective venge·ful \ˈvenj-fəl\
Definition of VENGEFUL for Kids
: wanting revenge
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