Punitory and Penal

Punitory

Punitory adjective - Inflicting punishment.
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Synonyms for Punitory

Penal is a synonym for punitory in punishing topic. In some cases you can use "Penal" instead an adjective "Punitory".

Penal

Penal adjective - Serving as or designed to impose punishment.
Usage example: penal servitude

Punitory is a synonym for penal in disciplinary topic. You can use "Punitory" instead an adjective "Penal". popular alternative

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