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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| anecdote | a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident |
| hovel | an open shed or shelter |
| eerie | so mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine |
| pecuniary | consisting of or measured in money |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| tramp | to walk, tread, or step especially heavily |
| covenant | a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |