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castigate

The correct spelling is castigate.

How to pronounce castigate

/ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt/
verb

IPA: /ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt/

Say it like: Cas-tig-ate

The correct spelling is castigate. To punish or reprimand someone severely.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To punish or reprimand someone severely.
  2. 2.To execrate or condemn something in a harsh manner, especially by public criticism.
  3. 3.To revise or make corrections to a publication.

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