punitive

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

serving as a penalty; penalizing

Part of speech:

Adjective

Example sentences with this word:

The pattern of childrearing that produces the most hostile children is one where the parents use punitive methods persistently against a background of rejecting, hostile parental attitudes.

Appears in following categories:

TOEFL,

SAT

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