avenge

Pronunciation

Verb B2 Upper-intermediate

To cause harm to someone in return for harm they caused you or someone close to you.

"He vowed to avenge his brother's death."

Synonyms and antonyms

retaliate

forgive

Don't confuse with "revenge," usually a noun; "avenge" is the verb form, as in "avenge a wrong."

Which word fits the gap? "He vowed to _____ his brother's death."

Answer: avenge

In your own words, what does "avenge" mean?

To cause harm to someone in return for harm they caused you or someone close to you.