castigate

US /ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt/
UK /ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt/
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严厉斥责, 惩罚

reprimand severely

:
The judge castigated the lawyer for his unprofessional behavior.
法官严厉斥责了那位律师的不专业行为。
The coach castigated his team for their poor performance.
教练严厉批评了球队糟糕的表现。