PENALITIES

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

PENALITIES Penalties are punishments imposed for breaking rules or laws, with the plural form referring to multiple punishments, -ing indicating the act of imposing a penalty, -ed indicating that a penalty has been imposed, -er referring to someone who imposes penalties, -est indicating the most severe penalty, and -ly indicating that something is done in a penalty-like manner.

Word Analysis

  • Part of Speech: Noun (plural) or Verb (third person singular)
  • Word Length: 10 letters
  • Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word PENALITIES can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like PENALITIES demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.

Scrabble Information

Word: PENALITIES

Length: 10 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word PENALITIES can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.