Mete out
verb
To distribute or give out, usually a punishment or something unwanted.
The judge was known to mete out harsh sentences for minor offenses.
Often appears as...
- mete out justice
- mete out punishment
verb
To distribute or give out, usually a punishment or something unwanted.
The judge was known to mete out harsh sentences for minor offenses.
Often appears as...
- mete out justice
- mete out punishment
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Context
Often used when someone receives negative consequences, like a penalty or reprimand.
He was made an example of, as the court meted out a severe penalty.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Tone
Common in legal or formal contexts; not used casually among friends.
The disciplinary committee will mete out appropriate sanctions.
Pro Tip 3/3Justice Implications
Implies a moral or ethical rightness when used with 'justice', like fairness is being served.
The activist hoped to see the system mete out justice fairly.
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