punitive

Delaying the onset of puberty in kids seems like it's punitive, as if they believe neurodivergent people don't deserve normal sexual development.

“I don’t know that trade threats or punitive measures will really improve the situation,” Mumme said.

The judgment was for compensatory damages only; determination of punitive damages is still to come.

Certainly the Chinese economy faces a massive hit from punitive tariffs in its biggest market.

That growth story is now imperilled by the punitive measures being imposed in Washington.