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Meaning of word penal from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
penal adjective
Meaning : Of or relating to punishment.
Example :
Penal reform.
Penal code.
Meaning : Serving as or designed to impose punishment.
Example :
Penal servitude.
The juvenile was sentenced to six months in a penal institution.
Meaning : (of an act or offense) subject to punishment by law.
Example :
A penal offense.
Synonyms : punishable
