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correct vs penalize

penalize vs correct

correct is an adjective but penalize is not an adjective.

correct and penalize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
correct No Yes Yes No
penalize No No Yes No
As verbs, penalize is a hypernym of correct; that is, penalize is a word with a broader meaning than correct:
  • correct: punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
  • penalize: impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
Other hypernyms of correct include penalise, punish.
correct (adjective) penalize (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
correct (verb) penalize (verb)
treat a defect impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on
make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between correct and penalize

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