punitive measure
Definitions
A punishment, penalty, or disciplinary action taken by an authority in response to a violation of rules, laws, or established norms.
Equivalents
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Examples
“The international community considered several punitive measures, including travel⟳ bans and asset freezes, against the regime.”
“Expulsion is the most severe punitive measure⟳ the school can impose⟳ on a student.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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