mulct
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for mulct, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A penalty or fine, particularly one payable in money.
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Etymology
Comes from Middle French mulcter (“to fine, punish”), from Latin mulcta (“penalty, fine”); possibly a doublet of milk.
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