lambaste

Or lam·bast

[lam-beyst, -bast]

verb (used with object)

lambasted, lambasting 

1. to beat or whip severely.

2. to reprimand or berate harshly; censure; excoriate.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lambaste¹

First recorded in 1630–40; apparently lam ¹ + baste ³

Example Sentences

Bosch staged a dramatic walkout earlier this month -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Thai organiser Nawat Itsaragrisil.

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Others lambasted instant coffee for its lack of aromatics, poor taste and ability to consistently produce only an “OK” cup of coffee.

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On Tuesday, Mexican delegate Fatima Bosch staged a dramatic walkout -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Miss Universe host Nawat Itsaragrisil.

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But Republicans who lambasted Biden for depleting the stash have shown no interest in footing the bill.

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Amid the logo uproar, online critics also lambasted Cracker Barrel’s food preparation changes, complaining about cold biscuits and meatloaf.

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Related Words

• assail 
• berate 
• castigate 
• excoriate 
• scold 
• upbraid