retaliatory

/rɪˈtæliəˌtɔri/
adjective
  1. Done as a punishment or revenge for something someone has done to you.
    • The team's retaliatory foul led to a penalty kick.
    • The government imposed retaliatory tariffs on imported goods.
    • He was fired in a retaliatory move after reporting safety violations.
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