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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-derived
castigroot
+
atto make, having
+
ionact, process, state
=castigation

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The harsh castigation from the critic damaged the director's confidence.

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