Retaliation

B2 16+

Synonyms of retaliation

Antonyms of retaliation

Collocations of retaliation

retaliation against
Frequency: 80 %

The company faced retaliation against their unfair labor practices.

retaliation for
Frequency: 75 %

She sought retaliation for the harm done to her reputation.

retaliation towards
Frequency: 60 %

His actions were seen as retaliation towards his former employer.

retaliation from
Frequency: 50 %

The retaliation from the opposing team was swift and severe.

retaliation by
Frequency: 45 %

The retaliation by the government was met with strong opposition.

Idiomatic Expressions for retaliation

  • Phrase: an eye for an eye
    Meaning: The idea that punishment should be proportional to the offense.
    Usage: The community believed in an eye for an eye justice system, where criminals received punishments equal to their crimes.