Vocabulary Entry

punish

|verb • noun

verb

To impose a penalty on someone for an offense or wrongdoing.

Example Sentences

"The teacher decided to punish the student for cheating on the test."

"They were punished for breaking the law."

"He felt it was important to punish those who mistreated animals."

noun

Example Sentences

"The court handed down a harsh punish meant for the offender."

"She faced the punish of losing her driver's license."

"His punish for the accident was community service."