penalize Antonyms

Meaning of penalize

Wordnet

penalize (v)

impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on

Webster

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.