PENITENTIARY

/ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəɹi/ Scrabble 17 Words With Friends 19

Scrabble letter values: P3E1N1I1T1E1N1T1I1A1R1Y4 = 17

Definition

  1. noun a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes. — synonyms: pen
  2. adjective used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers.
  3. adjective showing or constituting penance. — synonyms: penitential

Examples

  • “penitentiary institutions”
  • “penitential tears”
  • “wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words”

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