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PUNITIVELY Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word punitively. (exact relations)
There is 0 hypernym of the word punitively. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PUNITIVELY

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harshly
adverbadv
adverb

• in a harsh or unkind manner

• in a harsh and grating manner

oppressively
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adverb

• in a heavy and oppressive way

rigorously
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adverb

• in a rigorous manner

severely
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adverb

• to a severe or serious degree

• with sternness; in a severe manner

• causing great damage or hardship

strictly
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adverb

• restricted to something

• in a stringent manner

• in a rigorous manner

penally
adverb

• in a way intended to punish

punitorily
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adverb

• in a way intended to punish

Alternatives for HARSHLY

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