⚔️retaliatory

adjective
/rɪˈtæl.i.ə.tɔːr.i/

Meaning

Taking action in response to another's action, characterized as punitive, revengeful, or counteractive.

Example Sentences

The country imposed retaliatory tariffs in response to trade sanctions.

Synonyms

punitive, revengeful, counteractive

Antonyms

conciliatory, forgiving, passive

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