punishment
word
Definition
A punishment is something unpleasant that happens to someone because they did something wrong or broke a rule. It can happen at home, at school, in sports, or in legal situations.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in general situations and in law. Common combinations include 'severe punishment', 'physical punishment', 'deserve punishment', and 'face punishment'. 'Punishment' is the result; 'punish' is the verb.
Example Sentences
Missing the concert was bad enough, but paying for the tickets too felt like extra punishment.
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The teacher gave him punishment for breaking the classroom rules.
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Losing his phone felt like a punishment.
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The law says the crime needs a fair punishment.
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A late fee isn’t meant as punishment; it’s there to make people return books on time.
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He saw criticism as punishment, even when people were just trying to help.
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