chastise

US /tʃæsˈtaɪz/
UK /tʃæsˈtaɪz/
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1.

rebuke or reprimand severely

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The coach chastised the players for their poor performance.
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She chastised him for his rude behavior.
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2.

punish, especially by beating

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In ancient times, children were often chastised physically for disobedience.
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The strict teacher would chastise students who misbehaved.
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