punishment
|pun-ish-ment|
B2
/ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/
penalty for wrongdoing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'punishment' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'punissement', where 'punir' meant 'to punish'.
Historical Evolution
'punissement' transformed into the Middle English word 'punishement', and eventually became the modern English word 'punishment'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of punishing', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of inflicting a penalty or sanction on someone as a result of their wrongdoing.
The punishment for theft is a fine or imprisonment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40