sentenced

[ˈsɛntənst]

sentenced Definition

  • 1declare the punishment decided for (an offender)
  • 2a decision made by a court of law regarding the punishment that will be given to someone who has been found guilty of a crime

Using sentenced: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sentenced" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The judge sentenced him to five years in prison.

  • Example

    He was sentenced to community service.

  • Example

    The convicted criminal was sentenced to death.

  • Example

    She was sentenced to pay a fine.

sentenced Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sentenced

Phrases with sentenced

  • to receive a punishment of being imprisoned for the rest of one's life

    Example

    The serial killer was sentenced to life imprisonment.

  • to receive a punishment of being put to death, usually by lethal injection or electrocution

    Example

    The terrorist was sentenced to death for his crimes.

  • to receive a punishment of being released under supervision instead of being sent to jail or prison

    Example

    The first-time offender was sentenced to probation instead of jail time.

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Summary: sentenced in Brief

The verb 'sentenced' [ˈsɛntənst] means to declare the punishment decided for an offender. It is a decision made by a court of law regarding the punishment that will be given to someone who has been found guilty of a crime. Examples include 'The judge sentenced him to five years in prison.' and 'She was sentenced to pay a fine.' Phrases include 'be sentenced to life imprisonment,' 'be sentenced to death,' and 'be sentenced to probation.'