Measure For Measure

Synonyms of measure for measure

• equivalent exchange
• tit for tat
• like for like

Antonyms of measure for measure

• unequal exchange
• disproportionate response
• unfair retaliation

Collocations of measure for measure

justice

Frequency: 70 %

The king's decree was a measure for measure of justice.

fairness

Frequency: 60 %

The punishment meted out was a fair measure for measure.

punishment

Frequency: 55 %

The punishment served was a measure for measure of the crime committed.

equality

Frequency: 50 %

The law applied to all, a measure for measure of equality.

retribution

Frequency: 45 %

The villain faced a measure for measure of retribution for his crimes.

Idiomatic Expressions for measure for measure

• Phrase: to repay kindness measure for measure
  Meaning: to show gratitude by reciprocating kindness in an equal or proportional manner
  Usage: She always repays kindness measure for measure, never forgetting a good deed done to her.