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Definitions for punitively
puni·tive·ly

This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word punitively.

Princeton's WordNet

  1. punitively, punitorily, penallyadverb

    in a punishing manner

Wiktionary

  1. punitivelyadverb

    In a punitive manner.

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  1. punitively

    Punitively refers to something that is done or intended to inflict punishment or penalize someone. It often suggests a harsh or severe measure taken as a form of retribution or deterrence.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of punitively in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of punitively in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of punitively in a Sentence

  1. Ashley Simmons:

    There was nervousness at first about being tracked, but over time as we showed it was not being used punitively, they adapted very quickly and got into their normal routines.

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