What is another word for exemplary damages?
Pronunciation: [ɛɡzˈɛmpləɹi dˈamɪd͡ʒɪz] (IPA) 
Exemplary damages, also known as punitive damages, are a type of compensation awarded in civil cases as a punishment for intentional or reckless behavior. Synonyms for exemplary damages include vindictive damages, retribution damages, and penalty damages. Vindictive damages often refer to damages awarded to a plaintiff as revenge for wrongful behavior by the defendant. Retribution damages are similar and refer to damages awarded as a form of punishment for wrongful conduct. Penalty damages, on the other hand, are damages awarded to punish a defendant for violating a law or contract. Regardless of the synonym used, exemplary damages serve as a deterrent to discourage similar conduct in the future.
