punitive damages

NOUN

compensation in excess of actual damage

Synonyms

WEAK

amercement compensatory damages damages financial penalty

Example Sentences

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In a second phase, jurors added a further $3 million in total punitive damages after finding both companies had acted with malice, oppression or fraud.

From Barron's

She remained stoic as the verdict, the $3-million damages award and the finding for punitive damages were read out.

From Los Angeles Times

Another form of damages, punitive damages, are still set to be determined by the court.

From BBC

The jury also determined that additional punitive damages, which are meant to punish the companies, were warranted.

From The Wall Street Journal

The jury in the Santa Monica case could award even more in punitive damages that they have yet to determine.

From BBC