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PUNISH Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word punish. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word punish. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PUNISH

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castigate
verbv
verb

• censure severely

• inflict severe punishment on

mistreat
verbv
verb

• treat badly

penalise
verbv
verb

• impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on

penalize
verbv
verb

• impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on

Best Hypernyms For PUNISH

Here is a list of related hypernyms for punish, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (9)
castigate chasten chastise correct discipline penalize recompense reprimand reprove

Alternatives for CASTIGATE

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