noun
- deserved punishment or retribution for wrongdoing
Usage: informal
Examples
- The corrupt politician finally got his comeuppance when he was arrested.
- After years of bullying others, she received her comeuppance.
- His arrogance led to his comeuppance in the end.
- The cheating student’s comeuppance came during the final exam.
- Everyone felt he deserved his comeuppance after lying to his friends.
- The villain’s comeuppance was swift and decisive.