penally
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that involves or relates to punishment: The word "penally" describes an action done in a way that is punishing or inflicts a penalty.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- The judge looked at the defendant penally before delivering the sentence. (The judge's look was severe and punishing.)
- The new regulations are enforced penally, with heavy fines for non-compliance. (The enforcement involves punitive measures.)
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal or legal contexts: "Penally" is often used in legal, judicial, or formal writing to describe actions, judgments, or systems that are punitive in nature.
- The contract is worded penally to deter any breach of agreement. (The contract's terms are designed to punish violations.)
Variants and Related Words
- Penal (adjective): Relating to or used for punishment.
- He was sent to a penal colony.
- Penalty (noun): A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.
- The penalty for speeding is a fine.
- Penalize (verb): To subject to a penalty or punishment.
- The team was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Synonyms
- Punitively: In a way that inflicts punishment.
- Correctively: In a manner intended to correct or discipline.
Notes on Usage
- Frequency: "Penally" is a relatively uncommon adverb. The adjective "penal" and the noun "penalty" are used far more frequently.
- Context: Its use is almost exclusively limited to formal descriptions of systems, laws, judgments, or looks that are characterized by punishment.
Adverb
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in a punishing manner
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