Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the most similar word from the options given below.

Vengeance

  1. vehement

  2. venom

  3. verify

  4. coddle

  5. retaliation
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Vengeance means revenge - the act of punishing someone who has harmed you. Retaliation means action taken in return for an injury - these are synonymous concepts. Both describe getting back at someone for harm done.

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