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Vocabulary Entry
punishment
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The action of inflicting a penalty for an offense or a crime.
Example Sentences
"The punishment for stealing is often community service."
"She faced severe punishment for her mistakes."
"The judge decided on a strict punishment to deter others."
V
verb
To subject someone to a penalty for an offense or wrongdoing.
Example Sentences
"They decided to punish the students who cheated on the exam."
"He was punished by his parents for not doing his chores."
"The company began to punish employees who violated safety protocols."