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PUNITIVE

(adj.)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Punitive.

How to pronounce punitive:

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Punitive - as an adjective

Inflicting punishment

Example: "Punitive justice"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
punitory
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
rehabilitative

Example Sentences

"The government introduced punitive measures to discourage tax evasion."
"The company faced punitive fines for its unethical business practices."
"The coach imposed punitive training sessions on the players for their poor performance."
"The judge issued a punitive sentence to set an example for others."
"The school implemented a punitive policy for students who violated the code of conduct."
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Word Game Points

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

PUNITIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PUNITIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punitive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUNITIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PUNITIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punitive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUNITIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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