Retributivism
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Retributivism is a noun meaning A philosophy of law, stating that criminals should be punished (retribution) for the harm they have caused.
Meaning
A philosophy of law, stating that criminals should be punished (retribution) for the harm they have caused.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include retributivist, nemesis, retaliationism, rehabilitationism, relativism, reputationism.
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