lambast

[lam-bast, -bahst]

lambast Definition

• 1. to criticize harshly; reprimand severely
• 2. to beat or whip severely

Using lambast: Examples

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

• Example

  The coach lambasted the team for their poor performance.

• Example

  The boss lambasted the employee for being late again.

• Example

  The film was lambasted by critics for its poor plot and acting.

lambast Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lambast

• berate
• castigate
• chastise
• reprimand
• rebuke

Antonyms for lambast

• praise
• compliment

Phrases with lambast

• lambast someone/something as

  to criticize someone or something as being a particular thing

  Example

  He lambasted the government as corrupt and inefficient.

• lambast someone/something for

  to criticize someone or something for a particular action or quality

  Example

  She lambasted him for his laziness and lack of ambition.

• get lambasted

  to be harshly criticized or reprimanded

  Example

  I got lambasted by my parents for coming home late.

Origins of lambast

from Middle Dutch 'lant-bersten', meaning 'beat thoroughly'

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Summary: lambast in Brief

'Lambast' [lam-bast, -bahst] is a verb that means to criticize harshly or reprimand severely. It can also mean to beat or whip severely. The term is often used in formal contexts, such as in the workplace or in politics, but can also be used informally. Examples include 'The coach lambasted the team for their poor performance' and 'The film was lambasted by critics for its poor plot and acting.'