Oct 11, 2025
Punitive
(adj.)
pu-ni-tive
pyoo-ni-tiv
Definition:
Inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment.
Example:
Other economists say any punitive measures against foreign companies would hurt U.S. interests.
Threshold
(n.)
thresh-old
thresh-hold
Definition:
The beginning point; entryway; door frame.
Example:
You have only reached the threshold of your academic adventure.
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