Definition

The characteristic of wanting to get back at someone for a wrong done to you; a desire for revenge.

Example

Her revengefulness made it hard for her to forgive those who had hurt her.

Conversation

I think holding onto revengefulness just weighs you down.

Absolutely! It’s better to let go and move on.

Yeah, I’ve seen how it can ruin friendships too.

For sure, it’s just not worth the energy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Revengefulness → It is formed from "revenge" (from Old French *revenchier*, meaning to take vengeance) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "revengefulness" means the state of being full of a desire for vengeance.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of' a desire for 'vengeance' — that's what revengefulness means.

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