1. deserving or liable to punishment; able to be punished

Examples

• Theft is punishable by up to five years in prison.
• The offense is punishable under state law.
• Cheating on the exam is punishable by suspension.
• Such behavior is punishable by a fine of $500.
• The crime is punishable by both imprisonment and community service.
• Violations of the dress code are punishable by detention.