Retribution

Synonyms of retribution

• revenge
• retaliation
• payback

Antonyms of retribution

• forgiveness
• leniency
• mercy

Collocations of retribution

divine retribution

Frequency: 70 %

Some believe that divine retribution will punish the wicked.

harsh retribution

Frequency: 60 %

The dictator meted out harsh retribution to those who opposed him.

ultimate retribution

Frequency: 50 %

The villain met his ultimate retribution in the final showdown.

swift retribution

Frequency: 45 %

The criminal faced swift retribution for his actions.

violent retribution

Frequency: 35 %

The mob sought violent retribution against their enemies.

Idiomatic Expressions for retribution

• Phrase: Retribution is swift
  Meaning: Punishment or consequences are delivered quickly and decisively.
  Usage: The criminal was caught within hours of the crime, showing that retribution is swift in this town.