Meaning & use
castigation
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severe criticism or punishment intended to correct someone's behavior
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The coach's castigation of the team after the loss was harsh but fair.
He endured public castigation for his role in the scandal.
A note on using this word
Castigation is formal and forceful — stronger than an ordinary scolding, and often public or official in tone.
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