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ret·ri·bu·tion (re′trə byo̵̅o̅′s̸hən)
noun
Etymology: ME retribucioun < OFr retribution < LL(Ec) retributio < L retributus, pp. of retribuere, to repay < re-, back + tribuere, to pay: see tribute
Related Forms:
- retributive re·trib′u·tive (ri trib′yo̵o tiv) adjective or retributory re·trib′u·to′ry (-tôr′ē)
- retributively re·trib′u·tively adverb
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Converse of object
- seek: The stunt was met by a group of hackers seeking retribution.
Adjective modifier
- karmic: This, obviously, is karmic retribution for the self-satisfied way I showed off my new phone to friends at the weekend.
Modifies a noun
- theory: It turns out we can also have a retribution theory of guilt.
Noun used with modifier
- government: The broadcast media and portions of the print media continued to practice a great degree of self-censorship in order to avoid provoking government retribution.
Preposition: in
- shape: Anyone found supporting the Dalai Lama can expect instant and harsh retribution in the shape of a lengthy spell in jail or worse.
Preposition: for
- sin: Some are benign but others, whom she sees as bringing retribution for sins committed in past incarnations, compel her into danger.
Preposition: upon
- anyone: You'll find everything you need to exact merciless retribution upon anyone in the pages of this handy, illustrated book.
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