penalize
//ˈpiːnəlaɪz//
Verb
penalizeInfinitive
penalizePresent tense
penalizedPast tense
penalizedPast participle
penalizingPresent participle
penalizesThird-person singular
1
To subject someone to a penalty or punishment for breaking a rule, law, or agreement.
The company was penalized for violating environmental regulations.
2
To put someone or something at a disadvantage.
The new tax law penalizes small businesses.