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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

chastises

/tʃæstaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does chastises mean?

verb

To punish or criticize someone severely for their behavior or actions. To express strong disapproval or condemnation of something.

Example

"The teacher chastised the student for cheating on the exam."

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