Word of the DaySeptember 27, 2021

comeuppance

Definition

a consequence of some behavior that is seen as a fair punishment

Example Usage

he'll get his comeuppance when the boss realizes who has actually been doing the work on this project

Synonyms

  • ramification
  • requital
  • retribution
  • fate
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