punishes

[US]/ˈpʌnɪʃɪz/
[UK]/ˈpʌnɪʃɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to impose a penalty on someone for an offense; to treat someone harshly; to beat someone severely

Phrases & Collocations

god punishes

society punishes

time punishes

nature punishes

law punishes

fate punishes

life punishes

history punishes

justice punishes

experience punishes

Example Sentences

the law punishes those who commit crimes.

the teacher punishes students for cheating.

the coach punishes players for being late.

society often punishes those who break the rules.

he punishes himself for making mistakes.

the judge punishes offenders with fines.

the system punishes poor performance.

she punishes her dog for misbehaving.

the government punishes tax evaders severely.

he believes that life punishes those who are dishonest.

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