penalize
Translation
to penalise, to punish, to sanction
Examples
The team was penalized for a foul.
The team was penalised for a foul.
The new law penalizes small businesses.
The new law penalises small businesses.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((for sth.)) to punish (sb./sth.) for (sth.) The team was penalised for a foul.
Similar Words
Synonyms: punish, sanction, discipline; Antonyms: reward, praise
Etymology
From Latin 'poenalis' (relating to punishment), from 'poena' (punishment).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'penalty' in sports. To 'penalise' is the act of giving that penalty.