punishable

/ˈpʌnɪʃəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

liable to be punished or penalized for an offense or wrongdoing

“The company was found guilty and deemed punishable for the environmental damage.”

2. noun

an offense or wrongdoing that can be punished

“The judge listed several punishable offenses in the indictment.”

Synonyms

  • culpable
  • culpableness
  • liable

Antonyms

  • immune
  • innocent