chastised
Americanadjective
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disciplined, especially by corporal punishment.
The government official was forced to explain his position like a chastised schoolboy.
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severely criticized, especially publicly.
Accused by the judge of influencing the jury with so many sad stories, the chastised lawyer hurried through the rest of his remarks.
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No one likes to be chastised for their choices, especially at a vulnerable moment.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
She argued that it’s okay to be single, but then also chastised the audience, “I think we love ourselves a little too much.”
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
The mum-of-two says some have "bullied" her for her post-baby body or commented on her "saggy tummy", while others have chastised her for being "too skinny".
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
Many chastised me for not ponying up for an at-home fast charger.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 15, 2026
She thought she remembered hearing that the parents of the lost child, Caleb, had been chastised.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
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