Castigate
To punish severely; to criticize harshly
verbCastigate
To punish severely; to criticize harshly
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Imagine This
A vibrant garden where flowers are gently pruned, symbolizing the process of nurturing growth and improvement.
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Sounds Like
CAST-uh-geyt
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Looks Like
Looks like: cast + gate (the word visually resembles 'cast' and 'gate')
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Remember This
The public harshly criticized the brutal crime, and the criminal received a life sentence.
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Other Forms
castigateverb
castigatesverb
castigatedverb
castigatingverb
castigationnoun
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Note
Castigate is stronger than chastise; do not confuse with 'cast' (to throw). Use for harsh punishment or condemnation.