Answer: penalises

AnswerCrossword Clue
penalisesSubject to some form of punishment
penalisesMake or declare (an act or offense) legally punishable
penalisesPut in an unfavorable position or at an unfair disadvantage
penalises(in various sports) Punish (a player or team) for a breach of the rules by awarding an advantage to the opposition
penalisesPENALISE, to subject to penalty, also PENALIZE