To revenge
Can 'revenge' be used as a verb? Dictionaries say yes, some good native speakers say no. Does it depend on the country/region, is it too formal, too informal, or is it archaic? If it can be used as a verb, can I say each of these:
1. He revenged to his enemy.
2. He revenged against his enemy.
3. He revenged his friend's death.
4. He revenged for his friend's death.
Does it sound natural? Is it even correct English?
Can I use 'avenge' instead in each of the above examples? How would you say it most naturally?