punitive
adjectiveIntended to impose punishment or a penalty.
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purported
adjectiveClaimed or alleged to be something, without confirmation.
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nounThe range of responsibility, concern, or understanding covered by something.
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adjectiveGenerally supposed or claimed to be so, without certainty.
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