Punishable: meaning, definitions and examples
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punishable
[ ˈpʌnɪʃəbl ]
legal context
Punishable refers to actions or behaviors that are subject to penalties or punishment under the law. It implies that a specific act has legal ramifications, and individuals who commit these acts may face legal consequences, such as fines or imprisonment. The term is often used in legal contexts to describe offenses that violate statutes or regulations. Understanding what is punishable is essential for compliance with laws and regulations to avoid legal repercussions.
Synonyms
liable, punitive, retributive.
Examples of usage
- The act of theft is punishable by law.
- Assault is a punishable offense.
- Driving under the influence is punishable in all states.
- Tax evasion is a punishable crime.
Translations
Translations of the word "punishable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 punível
🇮🇳 सजा योग्य
🇩🇪 bestrafbar
🇮🇩 dapat dihukum
🇺🇦 підлягає покаранню
🇵🇱 karalny
🇯🇵 罰せられる
🇫🇷 punissable
🇪🇸 castigable
🇹🇷 cezalandırılabilir
🇰🇷 처벌 가능한
🇸🇦 يستحق العقوبة
🇨🇿 trestný
🇸🇰 trestný
🇨🇳 可惩罚的
🇸🇮 kaznovalen
🇮🇸 refsingarhæfur
🇰🇿 жазаға тартылатын
🇬🇪 სასჯელმოსილი
🇦🇿 cəzalandırıla bilən
🇲🇽 castigable
Etymology
The word 'punishable' originated in the late Middle English period, derived from the Latin root 'punire,' meaning 'to punish.' This Latin term has influenced many words in English related to punishment and law. The suffix '-able' denotes capability or suitability, thus together making 'punishable' symbolize the capacity for an action to incur punishment. Over the centuries, as legal systems evolved, the usage of 'punishable' expanded to cover a wide range of criminal behaviors and offenses across different jurisdictions, solidifying its place in legal terminology.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #10,766, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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