Synonyms for

Punishes

Verb / ˈpʌnɪʃʌz / Another word for punishes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Punishes means to impose a penalty or discipline someone for wrongdoing.

Synonyms & similar words

punish penalize penalise disciplines penalizes corrects chastises reprimands castigates condemns penalties reproves sentences forbids penalizes penalties chides rebukes corrects reprimands denounces chastens censures

Example sentences

  1. The teacher punishes students who misbehave.
  2. His parents punished him for breaking the vase.
  3. The judge punishes criminals by giving them prison sentences.
  4. She punishes her dog when it disobeys her commands.
  5. The coach punishes players for not following the rules.

Quotes

  • He who punishes one, threatens a hundred.
  • Punishment is justice for the unjust.
  • Punishment is the last and the least effective instrument in the hands of the legislator for the prevention of crime.

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