
Retribution
Social Consequences
Retribution can imply social or legal backlash for actions, emphasizing accountability.

The corrupt politician faced public retribution once his crimes were exposed.
Severity of Action
The word often conveys a strong and proportional response to a wrongdoing.

In response to the betrayal, she promised retribution that would match the offense.
Justice vs Vengeance
Retribution sometimes blurs the line between just punishment and personal vengeance.

He saw the retribution as justified, but others viewed it as an act of vengeance.
Compare with
ComeuppancePaybackPenaltyPunishmentReciprocateReckonReprisalRetaliateVengeance
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