Definition

A policy or action taken by a group or nation to regain lost territory or status, often as a form of revenge or retaliation.

Example

The country adopted a revanche strategy to reclaim its former territories.

Conversation

Have you heard about the country's plan for revanche?

Yeah, it's been a hot topic lately.

I wonder if it'll really help them regain their status.

It's possible, but it could also lead to more conflict.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Revanche** → The word originates from French *revanche*, meaning revenge or a return to a previous state. It is derived from the prefix "re-" (meaning again) and "avancher" (meaning to take revenge). The term signifies the act of seeking to regain something lost or to retaliate.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'taking revenge' ('avancher') — this helps you remember that 'revanche' refers to the act of seeking to regain or retaliate.

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