CEFR B2

penalisation

noun

Meaning

The act of punishing someone or making them suffer for breaking a rule or law.

Examples

The penalisation for speeding can include a fine or points on your license.
He argued that the penalisation was too severe for the minor offense.

Synonyms: punishment, sanction, retribution, chastisement

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penalisation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌpiːnəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/

Definition

The act of punishing someone or making them suffer for breaking a rule or law.

Examples

The penalisation for speeding can include a fine or points on your license.
He argued that the penalisation was too severe for the minor offense.
The country faced international penalisation for its human rights violations.

How to Use penalisation

penalisation for (prepositional phrase): The reason or offense for which a penalty is given. — "The penalisation for late submission is a deduction of 10%."
face penalisation (collocation): To be subjected to a penalty or punishment. — "Drivers caught without a valid ticket will face penalisation."

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