FINED Meaning and
Definition
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Fined is the past tense and past participle of the verb "fine." To fine someone is to impose a financial penalty or punishment as a result of their wrongdoing or violation of a law or rule. When an individual or organization is fined, they are required to pay a specified amount of money to the governing authority.
Fining can occur in various contexts, such as traffic violations, criminal offenses, regulatory breaches, or contractual disputes. It serves as a deterrent for improper conduct and aims to hold individuals or entities accountable for their actions. The amount of the fine typically depends on the severity of the offense and may range from a minor fee to a substantial sum.
The act of being fined involves the issuance of a formal notice or citation outlining the offense committed and the corresponding penalty. Failure to pay the fine within the specified timeframe can have further consequences, including additional fines, legal action, or even imprisonment in some cases.
Fining not only serves as a way to discourage undesirable behavior but also generates revenue for the enforcing authority. The funds collected through these penalties are often used for public purposes or to support the administration responsible for maintaining law and order.
In summary, being fined refers to the act of being subjected to a financial penalty as a consequence of violating a law or rule, designed to deter and enforce compliance with regulations.
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Subjected to the payment of a sum of money as a penalty or for a privilege.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FINED
The word "fined" originates from the Old French word "faindre" which means "to blame" or "to accuse". It entered Middle English as "fynen" with the sense of "to accuse" or "to impose a fine". Over time, the spelling changed to "fyne" and eventually settled as "fine", referring to the monetary penalty one has to pay for an offense or violation of a law or regulation.
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Conjugate verb Fined
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