Synonyms: pen, penitentiary
Definition: a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
Similar words: correctional institution
Definition: a penal institution maintained by the government
Synonyms: penitential, penitentiary
Definition: showing or constituting penance
Usage: penitential tears; wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words
Synonyms: penitentiary
Definition: used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers
Usage: penitentiary institutions
Similar words: punitive, punitory
Definition: inflicting punishment
Usage: punitive justice; punitive damages