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The correct spelling is punitive.
How to pronounce punitive
/pjunɪtɪv/
adjectiveIPA: /pjunɪtɪv/
Say it like: Pun-iti-ve
The correct spelling is punitive. Inflicting punishment, punishing For example: "The jury awarded $10,000 in punitive damages."
Usage Examples
“The jury awarded $10,000 in punitive damages.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.Inflicting punishment, punishing
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