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Meaning of penal
Relating to or consisting of punishment.
Etymology of penal
The word "penal" comes from the Latin "poenalis", meaning "of or pertaining to punishment", which is derived from "poena", meaning "punishment" or "penalty"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe laws, codes, or systems related to punishment or penalties
Synonyms
punitive
disciplinary
corrective
penalizing
castigatory
chastening
chastisement
disciplinary
correctional
retributory
retaliatory
vindictive
repressive
restrictive
prohibitive
prescriptive
proscriptive
condemnatory
censuring
disapproving
reproachful
reprehensible
deplorable
lamentable
regrettable
unfortunate
unhappy
dismal
dreary
gloomy
somber
severe
stern
harsh
austere
rigorous
strict
stringent
exacting
demanding
punitive
penal
disciplinary
correctional
reformatory
reformative
Definitions
- Relating to or consisting of punishment, especially as imposed by law or other authority
- Imposing or intended to impose punishment, especially as a means of enforcing a law or rule
- Suffering or liable to punishment, especially as a result of breaking a law or rule
Usage Examples
- The penal code of the country is very strict and imposes harsh punishments for even minor crimes
- The new policy has introduced penal measures to deter employees from violating company rules
- The penal system in the country is designed to rehabilitate offenders rather than simply punish them
Antonyms
rewarding
encouraging
commendatory
approving
laudatory
praising
complimentary
favorable
positive
upbeat
optimistic
encouraging
motivational
inspirational
uplifting
heartening
reassuring
comforting
soothing
lenient
permissive
tolerant
forgiving
merciful
charitable
benevolent
kind
gentle
mild
soft
humane
clement