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PENALIZING

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Penalizing.

Penalizing - as a verb

Impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on

Example: "The students were penalized for showing up late for class"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penalisepunish
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The team received a penalizing penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct."
"Her parents had a penalizing approach to discipline, often resorting to harsh punishments."
"The company implemented a penalizing policy for employees who arrive late to work."
"They faced penalizing fines for violating the environmental regulations."
"The new tax law has a penalizing effect on high-income earners."
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Word Game Points

Is PENALIZING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, penalizing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PENALIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is PENALIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, penalizing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PENALIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is PENALIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, penalizing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PENALIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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