Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wite
noun
/waɪt/
Definition
Wite is a historical term that refers to a fine or penalty imposed for a wrongdoing or offense.
Examples
- The judge decided to impose a wite on the offender for his minor transgressions.
- In medieval England, a wite was commonly levied for various infractions.
- She was surprised by the $50 wite for her late submission.
Meaning
It is often used in legal or formal contexts to describe a punishment that is not necessarily criminal but is a monetary penalty.
Synonyms
- Fine
- Penalty
- Charge
- Punishment
