castigate
verbDivide castigate into syllables:
cas · ti · gate
How to pronounce castigate:
Definition of castigate:
- castigate (verb):
- to find fault with or reprimand (a person) harshly
- to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
Synonyms for castigate:
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