Punishable

Pronunciation: /ˈpʌnɪʃəbəl/

Definitions of punishable

adjective describing a behavior or action that can be subject to punishment

Example Sentences

A1 Stealing is punishable by law.

A2 Littering in public places is punishable with a fine.

B1 Driving under the influence of alcohol is punishable by a suspension of license.

B2 Tax evasion is punishable by imprisonment.

C1 Corporate fraud is punishable by hefty fines and jail time.

C2 War crimes are punishable by international courts.

Examples of punishable in a Sentence

formal The crime he committed is punishable by up to ten years in prison.

informal If you don't follow the rules, you could end up facing a punishable offense.

slang Skipping school is punishable by detention.

figurative Neglecting your responsibilities is punishable by missed opportunities.

Grammatical Forms of punishable

• past tense: punished
• plural: punishables
• comparative: more punishable
• superlative: most punishable
• present tense: punishes
• future tense: will punish
• perfect tense: have punished
• continuous tense: is punishing
• singular: punishable
• positive degree: punishable
• infinitive: to punish
• gerund: punishing
• participle: punishing

Origin and Evolution of punishable

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'punishable' originated from the Old French word 'punissable' which came from the Latin word 'punishabilis'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'punishable' has retained its meaning of deserving punishment or capable of being punished, without significant changes in its usage.