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Mete Meaning in English

word

ˈmɛtə/, /ˈmit
MEET
mˈiːt
MEET

释义

To give out or distribute something, especially something like punishment, blame, or reward.

用法与细微差别

Formal and mainly used with 'out' as 'mete out' (e.g., 'mete out punishment'). Very rare in everyday speech; almost always refers to official or serious actions. Don't confuse with 'meet' (encontrar).

例句

The judge meted out a harsh sentence.

basic

Punishments were meted evenly among the children.

basic

She meted out praise to those who helped.

basic

It's not your place to mete out justice.

natural

The coach meted out extra training to the latecomers.

natural

He felt the criticism was unfairly meted out.

natural