처벌을 위한, 징벌적인 또는 응보의 성격을 띤.
Inflicting or intended as a form of punishment or retribution.
예문:
"The court imposed punitive sanctions on the company for violating environmental regulations."
"The school board is considering punitive measures for students who engage in cyberbullying."
"Punitive damages were awarded to the plaintiff to deter similar conduct in the future."
(세금, 가격 등이) 매우 높아서 감당하기 힘들거나 가혹한.
Relating to a tax, price, or charge that is extremely high and difficult to pay, often intended to discourage a particular activity.
예문:
"The government faced backlash after introducing punitive tariffs on imported electronics."
"Small businesses are struggling to survive under the new punitive tax regime."
"The central bank's punitive interest rates have slowed down consumer spending significantly."