GRE Word List
CASTIGATION
to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
The meaning of the word castigation is to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| chase | the hunting of wild animals |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
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| primal | original |
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| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |