chastize

[CHAS-tahyz]

chastize Definition

• 1. to criticize or punish someone severely
• 2. to discipline or restrain

Using chastize: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chastize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The teacher chastised the student for cheating on the test.

• Example

  He was chastised by his boss for being late to work.

• Example

  She chastised herself for making such a silly mistake.

• Example

  The coach chastised the team for their poor performance.

chastize Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chastize

• reprimand
• scold
• berate
• castigate
• rebuke

Antonyms for chastize

• praise
• commend
• applaud

Phrases with chastize

• chastise oneself

  to criticize or punish oneself severely

  Example

  After losing the game, he chastised himself for not practicing enough.

• chastise with (something)

  to use something to punish or discipline someone

  Example

  The mother chastised her child with a stern look.

• chastise for (something)

  to criticize or punish someone for a particular action or behavior

  Example

  The manager chastised the employee for not meeting the deadline.

Origins of chastize

from Middle English 'chastisen', from Old French 'chastiier', from Latin 'castigare', from 'castus' (pure) + '-igare' (to put into)

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Summary: chastize in Brief

'Chastize' [CHAS-tahyz] means to criticize or punish someone severely, often for disciplinary purposes. It can also mean to discipline or restrain. Examples include 'The teacher chastised the student for cheating on the test.' and 'The coach chastised the team for their poor performance.' Phrases include 'chastise oneself,' 'chastise with (something),' and 'chastise for (something).'