penalize (Meaning)
penalize (v)
impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
penalize (v. t.)
To make penal.
To put a penalty on. See Penalty, 3.
Synonyms & Antonyms of penalize
penalize Sentence Examples
- The judge penalized the defendant with a hefty fine for their reckless driving.
- The company penalized its employees for failing to meet performance targets.
- The teacher penalized students for submitting their assignments late.
- The government penalized businesses for violating environmental regulations.
- The sports league penalized the player for unsportsmanlike conduct.
- The financial institution penalized customers for withdrawing funds prematurely.
- The school penalized students for excessive absences or tardiness.
- The competition organizers penalized participants for breaking the rules.
- The insurance company penalized policyholders for filing frivolous claims.
- The airline penalized passengers for carrying overweight luggage.
FAQs About the word penalize
impose a penalty on; inflict punishment onTo make penal., To put a penalty on. See Penalty, 3.
punish, criticize, chastise, castigate, correct,fine, discipline, wreak, condemn, convict
excuse, forfeit, spare, pardon, forfeit, spare, pardon,excuse, vindicate,release
The judge penalized the defendant with a hefty fine for their reckless driving.
The company penalized its employees for failing to meet performance targets.
The teacher penalized students for submitting their assignments late.
The government penalized businesses for violating environmental regulations.
