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PUNITIVELY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Punitively.

Punitively - as an adverb

In a way intended to punish

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penallypunitorily

Example Sentences

"The teacher punitively gave extra homework to the students who were talking in class."
"The judge punitively sentenced the criminal to ten years in prison."
"The company punitively fined employees who violated the company's dress code."
"The coach punitively benched the player for missing practice."
"The principal punitively suspended the student for fighting."
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Word Game Points

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

PUNITIVELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PUNITIVELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punitively is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUNITIVELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is PUNITIVELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punitively is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUNITIVELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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