In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:
Despite increasingly punitive laws against hemp smoking, it is still rising at an alarming rate.

Ajuziehillary2010

5 months ago

I think it's barbaric

Dammina_1

2 years ago

Punitive means correctional,penal
So I believe the correct answer should be exemplary not severe

Odigie03

1 year ago

Can't identify the underlined word

Domnickado

3 years ago

MYSCHOOL please make correction,the answer should be 'Exemplary'

toythegun

2 years ago

@myschool Punitive is concerned with giving punishment , it could be harsh / severe