Punitive (adjective)

1. Intended to punish or inflict punishment.
2. Relating to punishment.

Origin:

The word punitive comes from the latin word "punitivus" which means "punishing" or "inflicting punishment" and refers to anything that is intended to punish or inflict punishment.

Examples:

1. The company was hit with a punitive fine for violating environmental regulations.
2. The court imposed a punitive damages award in addition to compensatory damages.
3. The punitive measures were harsh and not well received by the public.
4. The punitive approach to crime is not as effective as rehabilitation.
5. The punitive actions taken by the government led to widespread protests.