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PUNITIVELY Synonyms

7 synonyms for punitively. (exact relations)
0 hypernym for punitively. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for PUNITIVELY

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harshly

adverb

adv

adverb

• in a harsh or unkind manner

• in a harsh and grating manner

oppressively

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

adverb

• in a heavy and oppressive way

rigorously

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

adverb

• in a rigorous manner

severely

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

adverb

• to a severe or serious degree

• with sternness; in a severe manner

• causing great damage or hardship

strictly

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

adverb

• restricted to something

• in a stringent manner

• in a rigorous manner

penally

adverb

• in a way intended to punish

punitorily

adverb, adjective

adv, adj

adverb

• in a way intended to punish

Alternatives for HARSHLY

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