Retributive (adjective)

Relating to or denoting punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong or criminal act they have committed.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin retributus, from retribuere "award in return".

Examples:

1. The retributive justice system aims to punish offenders for their crimes.
2. The retributive punishment was considered too severe by human rights organizations.
3. The retributive actions of the government were condemned by the international community.
4. The retributive laws were criticized for being too harsh and ineffective.
5. The retributive measure was implemented to deter future criminal behavior.