Meaning & use
chastise
To express strong disapproval of someone or something, typically through sharp criticism or scolding.
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The coach chastised the team for their lack of effort in the second half.
She chastised herself for forgetting such an important deadline.
A note on using this word
Chastise is somewhat formal or literary and often implies a stern, moral tone rather than casual criticism.
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