Pronunciation

/pʌnɪʃmənt/

Definitions

Noun

Punishment refers to the act of imposing a penalty or suffering on someone as a consequence for their actions, often as a form of discipline or retribution.

Verb

To punish is to impose a penalty or inflict a disagreeable experience upon someone in response to their wrongdoing or breach of rules.

Phrases

• “Administer punishment” implies the act of imposing a penalty or correction.
• “Serve a punishment” means to carry out the assigned penalty.
• “Merciful punishment” suggests a lesser or more lenient form of punishment.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The criminal received a severe punishment for his crimes.”
• Verb: “The teacher punished the students who cheated on the exam.”
• Phrasal Verb: “The judge decided to punish the offender with community service.”

Synonyms

• Discipline
• Correction
• Reprimand
• Penalty
• Sanction
• Retribution
• Reproof
• Finesse
• Harsh treatment

Antonyms

• Reward
• Forgiveness
• Indulgence
• Leniency
• Mercy