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punitive

/ˈpjuːnɪtɪv/
Main Example

The punitive was necessary to deter future crimes.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

A measure or action taken to punish someone.

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punitive

/ˈpjuːnɪtɪv/
Main Example

The judge gave a punitive sentence to the offender.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Relating to punishment or intended to punish.

Other Example

The school implemented punitive measures for cheating.

Her punitive actions were meant to deter future misconduct.

They faced punitive fines for breaking the law.

Synonyms

punitive damages

punitive action

punitive measures

Synonyms

penal

disciplinary

retributive

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