noun
chastisement
Chastisement (noun) means a telling-off or punishment given to correct someone.
noun
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A telling-off or punishment given to correct someone.
"Abolition of defence of reasonable chastisement"
— Scottish Parliament, Section 1, section title (2019)
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Etymology
Came into English from Old French chastiement, from the verb chastier, from Latin castīgō.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for chastisement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of chastisement?
"chastisement" (noun) means a telling-off or punishment given to correct someone.
What is another word for chastisement?
Other words for "chastisement" include correction, chastening, castigation.
