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Synonyms for punitive
ˈpyu nɪ tɪv; -ˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr ipuni·tive
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Princeton's WordNet
punitive, punitoryadjective
inflicting punishment
"punitive justice"; "punitive damages"
Synonyms:
punitoryAntonyms:
rehabilitative
Dictionary of English Synonymes
punitiveadjective
Synonyms:
penal
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Words popularity by usage frequency
| ranking | word | |
|---|---|---|
| #9415 | disciplinary | |
| #21027 | penal | |
| #21180 | punitive | |
| #37847 | repressive |
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Nursing homes all over the country are experiencing outbreaks due to the spread in the surrounding community and a lack of resources, what we now know is that prioritizing nursing homes in emergency situations is key, and we need to focus on a collaborative, not punitive, approach to help nursing homes respond to the pandemic.
This verdict along with the punitive damages awarded by the judges sends a strong message that teachers across New York state should take their position of authority very serious.
My legal team appealed against the six-month suspension because we thought it was too long and punitive given that I was an employee and not an elected member of the board like the others, now that our appeal is not successful we are looking forward to a fair and open hearing. I maintain my innocence, hence we want the hearing conducted in public because I want to face our accusers.
As you look at the way these negotiations are shaping up, you must certainly think: not only will it take a while for the talks to reach their full conclusion, but there's going to be enforcement mechanisms, i would imagine punitive tariffs are going to be with us for a while.
Im surprised that immigration officials have taken such punitive action against Philip for what is an administrative matter.
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