Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word from the options which is similar in meaning to the given word.

Retaliation

  1. Revenge

  2. Reprimand

  3. Request

  4. Roaming

  5. Regret
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Explanation

Retaliation means the act of returning an injury or wrong with a similar injury or wrong - essentially revenge or payback. Revenge is the direct synonym. The other options don't match: reprimand is a formal rebuke, request is asking for something, roaming means wandering, and regret is feeling remorse.

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