How do you pronounce punitive?

punitive is pronounced as /ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/.

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punitive

⚖️punitive

adjective

/ˈpjuː.nɪ.tɪv/

Punishment Punjabi

Meaning

Inflicting or intended as punishment.

Example Sentences

The company faced punitive measures for violating the law.

Example Expressions

punitive damages

Synonyms

disciplinary, corrective, retributive, penal, chastening

Antonyms

rewarding, beneficial, lenient

Collocations

punitive action, punitive damages, punitive laws, punitive measures

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