(pe-nal-ize) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. 1 inflict punishment on 2 to put under a disadvantage or handicap

Example Sentence

The teacher must penalize you for not turning in your homework.

Synonyms

punish; discipline; chastise; correct

Antonyms

reward

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penalize
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Rhymes

  • penalize
  • penalize

  • departmentalize