받은 대로 보복하거나 복수하다.
To make an attack or assault in return for a similar attack or injury.
예문:
"The nation threatened to retaliate with economic sanctions if the peace treaty was violated."
"When the player was fouled, he unfortunately chose to retaliate and was sent off the field."
"The company decided not to retaliate against the competitor's smear campaign to maintain its professional image."
입은 피해나 모욕을 그대로 되갚다.
To repay an injury, insult, or wrong in kind.
예문:
"In ancient times, families would often retaliate a murder with another killing to settle the score."
"He felt a strong urge to retaliate the slight he had received during the meeting."