GRE Word List

RETRIBUTION

recompense

The meaning of the word retribution is recompense.

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tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
bumpa relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
reciprocateto give and take mutually
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
intimidateto make timid or fearful : frighten
caterto provide a supply of food
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest