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 |
|---|---|
| bolt | a lightning stroke |
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| irate | roused to ire |
| apprehend | arrest |
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