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UK//wɪð ə ˈvɛndʒəns//US//wɪð ə ˈvɛnʤəns//

Meaning of With a vengeance

Doing something with intense enthusiasm or force.

In simple words: with great intensity or force

With a vengeance in a sentence

  • She returned to work after her break with a vengeance.
  • After losing the last match, he practiced soccer with a vengeance.
  • The storm came back with a vengeance, causing major damage.
  • He approached the project with a vengeance, determined to succeed.

How to use With a vengeance

Used to emphasize an action done more intensely than before, often in informal contexts. Not suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone returning to a sport after a break, practicing 'with a vengeance' — very hard!

Related words

Collocations with With a vengeance

  • come back with a vengeance
  • return with a vengeance
  • attack with a vengeance

Synonyms for With a vengeance

  • intensely
  • fiercely
  • passionately
  • powerfully
  • vigorously

Opposites of With a vengeance

Common mistakes with With a vengeance

  • Confused with 'with a message' — doesn't mean something is conveyed.
  • Used in overly formal contexts — it's primarily informal.
  • Misused to describe emotions rather than actions.

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Frequently asked questions about With a vengeance

What does With a vengeance mean?

with great intensity or force

What is the definition of With a vengeance?

Doing something with intense enthusiasm or force.

How do you use With a vengeance in a sentence?

She returned to work after her break with a vengeance.

Can you give another example of With a vengeance?

After losing the last match, he practiced soccer with a vengeance.

What are synonyms for With a vengeance?

Common alternatives include intensely, fiercely, passionately, powerfully, vigorously.

What is the opposite of With a vengeance?

Opposite meanings include mildly, gently, softly.

What words go with With a vengeance?

It commonly pairs with come back with a vengeance, return with a vengeance, attack with a vengeance.

What are common mistakes when using With a vengeance?

Confused with 'with a message' — doesn't mean something is conveyed. Used in overly formal contexts — it's primarily informal. Misused to describe emotions rather than actions.

How do you pronounce With a vengeance?

US: //wɪð ə ˈvɛnʤəns//, UK: //wɪð ə ˈvɛndʒəns//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is With a vengeance formal or informal?

"With a vengeance" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use With a vengeance?

Used to emphasize an action done more intensely than before, often in informal contexts. Not suitable for formal writing.