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punitive correction
[ˈpjuːnɪtɪv kəˈrɛkʃən]
noun
pl: punitive corrections
correção punitiva
1.
A disciplinary action or penalty imposed to punish wrongdoing and discourage future misbehavior
The teacher applied punitive correction when the student submitted plagiarized work.
A professora aplicou correção punitiva quando o aluno apresentou trabalho plagiado.
2.
A form of punishment designed to inflict suffering or loss as retribution for a violation or offense
The court ordered punitive correction in the form of fines and community service.
O tribunal ordenou correção punitiva na forma de multas e serviço comunitário.
Synonyms
punitive measure
disciplinary action
penalty
punishment
retribution
sanction
Antonyms
reward
commendation
praise
leniency
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
correção punitiva
Standard usage in formal and educational contexts
Portugal
correção punitiva
Used in legal and disciplinary contexts; may also use 'castigo punitivo'
São Paulo
medida punitiva
Alternative phrasing commonly used in business and organizational settings
Related Idioms & Phrases
take corrective action
swift punishment
lesson learned
face the music
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