castigation
🇬🇧 UK/.kæsti'geiʃәn/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
Severe criticism or punishment; a harsh reprimand
严厉批评,严惩,谴责
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcastigroot
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atto make, having
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ionact, process, state
=castigation
Example Sentences
- 1.
The harsh castigation from the critic damaged the director's confidence.