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View synonyms for chastisement

chastisement

[ chas-tiz-muhnt, chas-tahyz- ]

noun

  1. severe criticism; a rebuke or strong reprimand.
  2. corporal punishment; a beating.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of chastisement1

First recorded in 1275–1325; chastise + -ment

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