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penalties

NOUN

punishment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cost discipline fine forfeiture

STRONG

amends amercement damages disadvantage dues fall forfeit mortification mulct price rap retribution

Antonyms

STRONGEST

award reward

STRONG

advantage benefit gain

WEAK

forgiveness pardon

Example Sentences

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But environmental groups have accused his companies of misrepresenting their assets to avoid paying environmental penalties.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Most brokers penalize investors who quickly sell SpaceX IPO shares, with penalties ranging from temporary to permanent bans on future IPOs.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Now the jury is considering financial penalties on top of the $176 million that’s been awarded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

If you still haven’t paid, the IRS penalties are growing at a 6% annual interest rate.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Acromantula eggs are defined as Class A Non-Tradeable Goods By the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures, meaning that severe penalties are attached to their importation or sale.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling