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RETALIATORY

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Retaliatory.

Retaliatory - as an adjective satellite

Of or relating to or having the nature of retribution

Example: "Retributive justice demands an eye for an eye"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retaliative14retributive16retributory16vindicatory20

Retaliatory - as an adjective

Relating to or part of a retaliation.

Example: "The hostile forces were at an impasse; neither could attack with enough force and still defend against the retaliatory counterattack."

Example Sentences

"He threatened to take retaliatory action against his opponents."
"The company issued a retaliatory statement in response to the negative press."
"She filed a retaliatory lawsuit after being fired from her job."
"The retaliatory strike was swift and devastating."
"The country imposed retaliatory tariffs on imported goods."
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Word Game Points

Is RETALIATORY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retaliatory is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RETALIATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is RETALIATORY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retaliatory is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETALIATORY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is RETALIATORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retaliatory is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETALIATORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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