comeuppance

noun

UK/kʌmˈʌp.ᵊns/
US/kʌmˈʌp.ᵊns/

Definitions of comeuppance noun

  1. Singular

    A deserved penalty or retribution for one's misdeeds.

    • He finally got his comeuppance for his misdeeds.

    • After years of deceit, she finally received her comeuppance.

    • The arrogant manager finally got his comeuppance.