Synonyms for

Chastise

Verb / tʃæˈstaɪz / Another word for chastise — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To scold or criticize someone severely.

Synonyms & similar words

chasten castigate correct objurgate reprimand rebuke reproach berate upbraid chide scold correct discipline lecture castigate condemn criticize censure blame denounce admonish remind warn disapprove

Example sentences

  1. The teacher will chastise the student for talking in class.
  2. I will chastise my brother for breaking my toy.
  3. My parents will chastise me if I lie.
  4. The coach will chastise the team for not practicing enough.
  5. The boss will chastise the employee for being late to work.

Quotes

  • Those who are faithful know only the trivial side of love: it is the faithless who know love's tragedies.
  • Love is merely a madness; and, I tell you, deserves as well a dark house and a whip as madmen do.
  • He who is punished with the rod, will never be a good servant.

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