GRE Word List

RETRIBUTION

recompense

The meaning of the word retribution is recompense.

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WordMeaning
amnestythe act of an authority (such as a government) by which pardon is granted to a large group of individuals
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
boisterousnoisily turbulent : rowdy
debaseto lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
disputatiousinclined to dispute
impetusa driving force : impulse
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing