retaliative
/rɪˈtæliˌeɪtɪv/
adjective
- Intended to harm someone because they have harmed you; relating to retaliation.
- The coach warned the players against any retaliative behavior during the game.
- Her retaliative comment only made the argument worse.
- The retaliative measures included cutting off trade with the neighboring country.
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