reprisal
(re-pris-al)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. any infliction or act by way of retaliation on an enemy
Example Sentence
She would not testify against him because she was afraid of his reprisal.
Synonyms
revenge; retribution; vengeance; retaliation
Antonyms
forgiveness; pardon
Rhymes
- mizel
- weisel
- wisel
- reprisal