Penalize

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈpiː.nÉ™l.aɪz/, /ˈpÉ›n.É™l.aɪz/

Alternative forms

• penalise (UK)

Origin

From penal + -ize.

Full definition of penalize

Verb

1. (transitive) To subject to a penalty, especially for the infringement of a rule or regulation.
2. (transitive, sports) To impose a handicap on.

Related terms

• penal
• penalization
• penalty