castigation | ||
1. | [ noun ] a severe scolding | |
Synonyms: | chewing_out bawling_out upbraiding going-over dressing_down earful | |
Related terms: | rebuke reproach | |
2. | [ noun ] (sociology) verbal punishment | |
Synonyms: | chastisement | |
Related terms: | punishment chastize | |
Similar spelling: |
Castiglione castigate Castiglia Castagna |