Synonyms of penalty
7 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for penalty is punishment. Other synonyms of penalty are correction, sanction, censure and discipline. The opposite of penalty is reward.
Synonyms and similar words for penalty
nounA punishment for violating rules of procedure.
- punishmentA penalty to punish wrongdoing, especially for crime.
- punitionPunishment.
- sentence
nounMore synonyms
- censureA judicial or ecclesiastical sentence or reprimand; condemnatory judgment.
- correctionPunishment that is intended to rehabilitate an offender.
- disciplineA punishment to train or maintain control.
- sanctionA penalty, punishment, or some coercive measure, intended to ensure compliance; especially one adopted by several...
Opposite of penalty
nounMore antonyms
- compensation
- rewardSomething of value given in return for an act.
Meaning of penalty
- noun A legal sentence.
- noun A punishment for violating rules of procedure.
- noun A payment forfeited for an early withdrawal from an account or an investment.
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Questions about synonyms of penalty
- What is another word for penalty?
- Penalty has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as punishment, correction, sanction, censure and discipline.
- What is the opposite of penalty?
- The opposite of penalty is reward.
- What does penalty mean?
- Penalty means a legal sentence.
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