GRE Word List

RETALIATE

to return like for like

The meaning of the word retaliate is to return like for like.

Random words

WordMeaning
begetto procreate as the father : sire
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
compriseto be made up of