noun

Capital punishment, also known as the death penalty, is when someone is put to death as a punishment for a very serious crime they have committed, such as murder. It is the most severe punishment that a person can receive.

Example

1. Capital punishment is still legal in some countries around the world.
2. The debate over capital punishment is a controversial and divisive issue.
3. Many people have different opinions on whether capital punishment is a just form of punishment or not.