retributively
/rɪˈtrɪbjətɪvli/
adverb
- In a way that involves punishment or payback for a wrong action.
- The tribe dealt retributively with anyone who broke their sacred laws.
- Some people believe the legal system should work retributively, not just to reform criminals.
- The judge acted retributively, giving the maximum sentence to send a message.
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