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+# ἐκδίκησις/ekdikēsis
+This word is a type of thing or idea. It is a noun.
+* This word can mean vengeance. Vengeance is the act of hurting or punishing someone in response to them hurting or offending someone else.
+* This word can mean punishment or penalty.