retribution
/ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃn/
re · tri · bu · tion
ˌrɛ · trɪ · ˈbjuː · ʃn
English Definition
n. punishment revenge justice
Significado en Español
retribución, castigo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự trừng phạt, sự báo ứng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re-(return) + tribute (give) + ion → retribution, punishment.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is a synonym for “retribution”?
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A
Revenge
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B
Charity
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C
Endurance
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D
Isolation
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A — Revenge.
“retribution” means n. punishment revenge justice
Common questions about “retribution”
What does “retribution” mean?
retribution — n. punishment revenge justice. In Chinese: 报应，惩罚.
How do you pronounce “retribution”?
retribution is pronounced /ˌrɛtrɪˈbjuːʃn/. It breaks into 4 syllables: re · tri · bu · tion.
Is “retribution” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. retribution appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “retribution”?
re-(return) + tribute (give) + ion → retribution, punishment.
