Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Punishes.
Punishes - as a verb
Impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
Example: "The students were penalized for showing up late for class"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penalise10penalize19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The teacher punishes students who misbehave in class."
"The coach punishes athletes for not following the rules."
"The law punishes those who commit crimes."
"The judge punishes the defendant with a fine."
"The principal punishes students who are caught cheating."
Word Game Points
Is PUNISHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, punishes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PUNISHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PUNISHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punishes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPUNISHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PUNISHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punishes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPUNISHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
