la vendetta
revenge
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Definition & meaning
A vendetta is a prolonged, bitter feud or series of retaliatory acts, typically between families, clans, or groups. It often involves a cycle of revenge where one party seeks to inflict harm in response to a perceived wrong or injury committed against them or their kin.
In a broader, metaphorical sense, the word can describe any strong, long-lasting feeling of hostility or a persistent effort to get back at someone, often referred to in English as a "grudge" or a "personal crusade."
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine noun.
It originates from the Vulgar Latin vindicta, which itself comes from the Latin vindicare (to claim, to avenge, to set free). The term shares the same etymological root as the English word "vindicate." Historically, it refers to the practice of blood feuds that were common in various Mediterranean societies.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
La vendetta non porta felicità.noun
Revenge does not bring happiness.
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