stonable

/ˈstoʊnəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being stoned or subjected to stoning; punishable by stoning

“In some countries, adultery is still considered a stonable offense.”

2. noun

a person who is stonable; someone punishable by stoning

“The judge declared that the accused was a stonable and should be brought to trial.”

Synonyms

  • liable
  • punishable

Antonyms

  • exonerated
  • forgivable