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Chastisement Definition & Meaning

chastisement
noun
  1. verbal punishment
  2. a rebuke for making a mistake

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Frequently asked questions

What does chastisement mean?
verbal punishment a rebuke for making a mistake
What part of speech is chastisement?
Chastisement is a noun.
How many definitions does chastisement have?
Chastisement has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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