Definition of Retributory

1. Adjective. Of or relating to or having the nature of retribution. "Retributive justice demands an eye for an eye"

Exact synonyms: Relatiative, Retaliatory, Retributive, Vindicatory
Similar to: Punitive, Punitory
Derivative terms: Retaliate, Retaliate

2. Adjective. Given or inflicted in requital according to merits or deserts. "Retributive justice"
Exact synonyms: Retributive, Vindicatory
Similar to: Just

Definition of Retributory

1. [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Retributory

retree
retrees
retrench
retrenched
retrenches
retrenching
retrenchment
retrenchment
retrenchments
retrial
retrials
retribution
retributions
retributive
retributively
retributory (current term)
retried
retries
retrievability
retrievable
retrieval
retrieval
retrievals
retrieve
retrieved
retriever
retriever
retrievers
retrieves
retrieving

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