English dictionary

penalty

noun

Pronunciation

ˈpɛnəlti

Parts of speech

noun

Definitions

noun

  1. the act of punishing, or the infliction of a penalty

noun

  1. (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game

noun

  1. the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition

noun

  1. a payment required for not fulfilling a contract

Example sentences

neglected his health and paid the penalty

Synonyms

punishment penalization penalisation

Antonyms

reward
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