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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WordMeaning
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
entrancepower or permission to enter : admission
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something