Mar 28, 2024
Decrepit
(adj.)
de-crep-it
di-ˈkre-pət
Definition:
Weakened by old age.
Example:
Be careful of falling debris; the building is decrepit.
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.
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