Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Punishment.
How to pronounce punishment:
US
Punishment - as a noun
The act of punishing, or the infliction of a penalty
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
penalisation14penalization23penalty12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social controlHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The punishment for stealing is imprisonment."
"She received a harsh punishment for cheating on the test."
"The teacher decided to give extra homework as a punishment."
"The punishment for the crime was a hefty fine."
"Corporal punishment is not allowed in many schools."
Word Game Points
Is PUNISHMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, punishment is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PUNISHMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PUNISHMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, punishment is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPUNISHMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is PUNISHMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, punishment is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPUNISHMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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