The Opposite(Antonym) of “uncastigated”
The antonym of uncastigated is castigated, punished, and reprimanded. These words convey the opposite meaning of not being punished or reprimanded for a wrongdoing.
Explore all Antonyms of “uncastigated”
Definitions and Examples of castigated, punished, reprimanded
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To criticize or reprimand severely.
Example
The coach castigated the team for their poor performance in the game.
To impose a penalty or consequence for a wrongdoing.
Example
The child was punished for breaking the vase by being grounded for a week.
To express disapproval or criticism for a wrongdoing.
Example
The employee was reprimanded by the boss for being late to work.
Key Differences: castigated vs punished vs reprimanded
- 1Castigated implies a severe criticism or rebuke for a wrongdoing.
- 2Punished implies imposing a penalty or consequence for a wrongdoing.
- 3Reprimanded implies expressing disapproval or criticism for a wrongdoing.
Effective Usage of castigated, punished, reprimanded
- 1Legal Context: Use punished in legal contexts to describe the consequences for breaking the law.
- 2Disciplinary Action: Use castigated and reprimanded in disciplinary actions to correct behavior.
- 3Parenting: Use punished to discipline children for misbehavior.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Castigated implies severe criticism, punished implies imposing a penalty, and reprimanded implies expressing disapproval. Use these words in legal contexts, disciplinary actions, and parenting to correct behavior and discipline.
