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Meaning of chastises
The primary meaning of the word "chastises" is to criticize or punish someone severely for something they have done wrong.
Etymology of chastises
The word "chastises" has its roots in the Old French word "chastier," which means "to punish" or "to discipline"
It is derived from the Latin word "castigare," which means "to punish" or "to correct"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of punishing or correcting someone for their wrongdoing
Synonyms
scolds
rebukes
reprimands
reproaches
admonishes
criticizes
censures
condemns
denounces
castigates
upbraids
reproves
chastens
disciplines
punishes
corrects
lectures
berates
rails
fulminates
excoriates
lambastes
pillories
reviles
vilifies
scathes
belittles
disparages
derogates
decries
disapproves
frowns
discommends
Definitions
- To criticize or punish someone severely for something they have done wrong
- * To make someone feel sorry or ashamed for something they have done
Usage Examples
- The teacher chastises the student for talking out of turn
- * The parent chastises the child for throwing a tantrum in public
- * The government chastises the company for violating environmental regulations