How Do You Spell RETRIBUTORY?

Pronunciation: [ɹɛtɹˈɪbjuːtəɹˌi] (IPA)

The word "retributory" is spelled with eight letters and is pronounced /rɪˈtrɪbjʊtɔːrɪ/. The first syllable "ri" is pronounced with a short "i" sound as in "it". The second syllable "tri" is pronounced with a short "i" sound as well. The third syllable "bu" is pronounced with a short "u" sound as in "up". The fourth syllable "to" is pronounced with a long "o" sound as in "soap". The final syllable "ry" is pronounced with a short "i" sound as in "it".

RETRIBUTORY Meaning and Definition

1. Retributory is an adjective that describes something related to or characterized by retribution. Retribution refers to punishment or vengeance inflicted upon someone as a response or in retaliation for a wrong, offense, or injury they have caused. It embodies the idea of paying someone back in kind for the harm they have done.

   In the context of the term retributory, it specifically denotes the notion or concept of retribution. When used to describe a person or an action, it suggests an inclination or tendency towards seeking revenge or punishment in response to perceived wrongdoing. It suggests a belief that people should pay for their misdeeds and advocates for the idea that justice is best served through retributive measures.

   Retributory actions or behaviors are often driven by a sense of justice that seeks moral balance and demands accountability. This can include legal systems or proceedings that prioritize punishment over rehabilitation. It can also allude to individual acts of retaliation or personal retribution.

   The term retributory can commonly be found in legal or ethical discussions regarding the appropriate response to wrongdoing. It reflects a viewpoint that centers on the concept of deserved punishment, where the severity of the punishment is proportionate to the severity of the offense committed.

2. Rewarding or punishing according to action; repaying.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for RETRIBUTORY

• eetributory
• detributory
• fetributory
• tetributory
• 5etributory
• 4etributory
• rwtributory
• rstributory
• rdtributory
• rrtributory
• r4tributory
• r3tributory
• rerributory
• refributory
• regributory
• reyributory
• re6ributory
• re5ributory
• reteibutory

Etymology of RETRIBUTORY

The word "retributory" is derived from the word "retribute" which comes from the Latin word "retribuere". "Retribuere" is formed by combining the prefix "re-" meaning "back" or "again", and "tribuere" meaning "to assign" or "to give". Thus, "retributory" means pertaining to or characterized by retribution, which is the act of punishing or seeking justice for wrongdoing.

Similar spelling words for RETRIBUTORY

• retribution,
• retributive,
• reattribute.