What does FINES mean?

Word: fines 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions

Noun: Payments made as a penalty for breaking the law or rules.
Verb: To punish someone for breaking the law or rules by making them pay a sum of money as a penalty.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /faɪnz/
UK: /faɪnz/

4. Origin and Usage

The origin of the word "fines" is from the Old French word "finer", which means "to end" or "to settle". The word "fines" is commonly used in legal contexts to refer to monetary penalties imposed on individuals who have broken the law or rules. It is also used in non-legal contexts to refer to any type of penalty or punishment that involves the payment of money.

5. Synonyms

Penalties, fees, charges, assessments, levies, sanctions

6. Related Words

Penal, fault, guilt, crime, theft

7. Example Sentences

Noun: The company was fined $10,000 for violating safety regulations.
Verb: The court fined the defendant $500 for speeding.