⚖️comeuppance

noun
/ˌkʌmˈʌpəns/

Meaning

A deserved punishment or fate; just deserts.

Example Sentences

The corrupt official finally got his comeuppance in court.

Example Expressions

get one's comeuppance

Synonyms

punishment, retribution, penalty, justice

Antonyms

reward, forgiveness

Collocations

deserved comeuppance, get comeuppance, face comeuppance

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