to do harm to or punish the person responsible for something bad done to you or your family or friends in order to achieve a fair situation: He swore he would avenge his brother's death.

What does avenge mean?

transitive verb. 1 : to take vengeance for or on behalf of vowed to avenge their murdered father. 2 : to exact satisfaction for (a wrong) by punishing the wrongdoer was determined to avenge the assault. Other Words from avenge Synonyms More Example Sentences Learn More About avenge.

What does avenge wrongs mean?

transitive verb. If you avenge a wrong or harmful act, you hurt or punish the person who is responsible for it. He has devoted the past five years to avenging his daughter's death. Synonyms: get revenge for, revenge, repay, retaliate for More Synonyms of avenge.