Meaning of the word penalize in English
What does penalize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
penalize
US /ˈpiː.nəl.aɪz/
UK /ˈpiː.nəl.aɪz/
Verb
1.
subject to a penalty or punishment
Example:
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The referee decided to penalize the player for a foul.
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Companies that pollute the environment should be heavily penalized.
2.
put at a disadvantage
Example:
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The new tax laws will penalize small businesses.
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Lack of experience can penalize job applicants.