Meaning & use
Punishment
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A penalty imposed on someone for wrongdoing or an offense.
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The judge handed down a harsh punishment for the crime.
Losing his driving license was punishment enough for the reckless driver.
A note on using this word
Can refer to formal legal penalties or informal consequences imposed by parents, schools, and other authorities.
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rewardpardon
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