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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

penalized

/ˈpiːnəlaɪzd/ verb · British & US
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What does penalized mean?

verb

To impose a penalty on someone or something, or to be subject to a penalty. To be disadvantaged or at a disadvantage.

Example

"The team was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct and lost a crucial point."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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