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The teacher had to chastise the student for being late.
To scold or criticize someone for their behavior.
The coach chastised the player for missing the goal.
She chastised her dog for chewing on the furniture.
He was chastised by his parents for not doing his homework.
chastise someone
chastise for behavior
chastise publicly
rebuke
reprimand
scold
In the past, parents would chastise their children physically.
To punish someone, especially by hitting them.
The teacher chastised the student for being late.
He was chastised by his coach for not trying hard enough.
She chastised her dog for chewing on the furniture.
chastise someone
chastise for behavior
chastise harshly
scold
rebuke
punish