penalize Antonyms
Meaning of penalize
penalize (v)
impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
penalize (v. t.)
To make penal.
To put a penalty on. See Penalty, 3.
FAQs About the word penalize
impose a penalty on; inflict punishment onTo make penal., To put a penalty on. See Penalty, 3.
punish, correct, castigate, chastise, discipline,fine, criticize, mulct, impose, dock
spare, pardon, forfeit, pardon,excuse, spare, excuse, forfeit, get off, vindicate
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.