English dictionary

punitive

/'p/j//u/n/I/t/I/v/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

inflicting punishment

adj.all

Examples
Punitive justice.

Punitive damages.

Synonyms punitory

Antonyms rehabilitative

Source: WordNet 3.0
Of or pertaining to punishment; involving, awarding, or inflicting punishment; as, <i>punitive</i> law or justice.

adjective

Source: webster1913