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punish

verb
/ˈpʌnɪʃ/

Meaning

to give a penalty for wrongdoing; to discipline

Example Sentences

The teacher will punish students who cheat.

Synonyms

discipline, penalize, chastise, correct

Antonyms

reward, praise, forgive, excuse

Collocations

punish severely, punish fairly, punish students, corporate punishment, capital punishment, punishment fits

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