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1. penalize

verb. ['ˈpɛnəˌlaɪz, ˈpiːnəˌlaɪz'] impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on.

Etymology

  • penalize (English)
  • -ize (English)
  • -isen (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • penal (English)
  • peinal (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
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