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Chastised

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

Definition

To scold or punish someone for doing something wrong.

Synonyms & similar words

chasten castigate chastise objurgate correct rebuke reprimand lecture upbraid castigate chide scold admonish berate censure correct discipline objurgate penalize punish reprove adjudge blame disapprove excoriate

Example sentences

  1. My mom chastised me for not cleaning my room.
  2. The coach chastised the player for breaking the rules.
  3. The boss chastised the employee for being late to work.
  4. The teacher chastised the student for not turning in their homework.
  5. The parent chastised their child for hitting their sibling.

Quotes

  • He was chastised for his mistake.
  • The teacher chastised the student for not following the rules.
  • She was chastised by her mother for not doing her homework.

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