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penalize
Synonyms and Antonyms of penalize
to inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime the player was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct Synonyms castigate, chasten, chastise, correct, discipline, punishRelated Words assess, charge, dock, fine, impose, levy, mulct; convict, sentence; condemn, damn, denounce; criticize, keelhaul, rebuke, reprimand, reprove; wreakNear Antonyms forfeit; get off, ransom, release; commute, reprieve; absolve, acquit, exculpate, exonerate, vindicateAntonyms excuse, pardon, spare
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