Definition of punitive

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  • punitive is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • punitive is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • punitive is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of punitive

  • inflicting punishment (adjective)

    Examples

    1. punitive justice
    2. punitive damages

    Synonyms

    1. punitory

See definition of punitive in Merriam Webster