punitive damages

ریشه

The term 'punitive' comes from the Latin word 'punitus', meaning 'punished'. 'Damages' is derived from the Old French word 'damage', which means 'loss' or 'injury'.

مثال

• The court ordered the company to pay $10 million in punitive damages.
• The plaintiff sought punitive damages for the emotional distress caused by the defendant's actions.
• Punitive damages are intended to deter similar misconduct in the future.