castigate

 
Pronunciation: /ˈkastɪgeɪt/

verb

[with object] formal
  • reprimand (someone) severely: he was castigated for not setting a good example

Derivatives

castigation

Pronunciation: /-ˈgeɪʃ(ə)n/
noun

castigative

adjective

castigator

noun

castigatory

adjective

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin castigare 'reprove', from castus 'pure, chaste'