chastise

verb
/tʃæsˈtaɪz/

Meaning

to criticize or punish severely

Example Sentences

The teacher chastised the student for being late.

Example Expressions

chastise someone soundly

Synonyms

rebuke, scold, reprimand, punish, discipline

Antonyms

praise, reward, compliment

Collocations

chastise harshly, chastise severely, chastise publicly

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