English / word
punishment
noun B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
the infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense; penalty given for doing something wrong or breaking a rule
the infliction of a penalty as retribution for an offense or wrongdoing
In context
01
He received fair punishment for breaking the school rules.
02
The court decided the punishment according to the law.
Synonyms
penalty,discipline,sentence
Antonyms
reward,prize,blessing
Collocations
severe punishment,capital punishment,corporal punishment