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⚖️punishment

noun
/ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/
punish punitive

Meaning

the infliction of a penalty as retribution for an offense or wrongdoing
penalty given for doing something wrong or breaking a rule

Example Sentences

The criminal received a harsh punishment for his crime.

The student received punishment for cheating on the exam.

Example Expressions

pay the penalty

Synonyms

penalty, retribution, consequence, sanction, discipline
Entry 1
penalty, retribution, consequence, sanction
Entry 2
penalty, discipline, retribution, consequence

Antonyms

reward, pardon, prize, blessing
Entry 1
reward, pardon
Entry 2
reward, prize, blessing

Collocations

capital punishment, severe punishment, corporal punishment, punishment for crimes, receive punishment
Entry 1
capital punishment, severe punishment, corporal punishment, punishment for crimes
Entry 2
severe punishment, capital punishment, receive punishment

More Example Sentences

He is now under punishment.

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