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Vocabulary Entry
penal
|adjective • noun • verb
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A
adjective
Relating to, or concerned with punishment for crimes.
Example Sentences
"The penal system aims to rehabilitate offenders."
"She works in a penal institution for juvenile delinquents."
"Many countries are reforming their penal codes to reduce harsh penalties."
N
noun
A term or concept related to punishment or statutes concerning penalties.
Example Sentences
"The lawyer studied the penal for a better understanding of the law."
"He was charged under the penal for his actions."
"Revisions to the penal were proposed in the legislative session."
V
verb
To impose a penalty on someone.
Example Sentences
"The court decided to penal the offender for his misdeeds."
"If he violates the terms, the company will penal him accordingly."
"They aim to penal those who break the rules severely."