Mulct 601 Words You Need to Know
/’məlkt/ (noun & verb)
Definition
Verb: to fine someone as a penalty, penalize, punish, amerce – to cheat or deceive someone by fraudulent means, swindle, bilk, defraud, extract money from someone by taxation or fine
Noun: penalty, amercement, forfeit, compulsory payment
Example
A fine or mulct is the most common form of punishment for an offence given by the criminal courts. The judge will decide how much the fine is and any other costs you must pay including compensation to the victim of your crime. You must pay the fine by a certain date.
Source: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/
