Synonyms of chastise

Antonyms of chastise

Collocations of chastise

chastise someone
Frequency: 70 %

The teacher had to chastise someone for talking during the exam.

chastise behavior
Frequency: 60 %

It is important for parents to chastise behavior that is disrespectful.

chastise mistake
Frequency: 45 %

The boss decided to chastise the mistake made by the employee.

chastise harshly
Frequency: 35 %

The coach chastised the player harshly for not following instructions.

chastise gently
Frequency: 25 %

She chose to chastise her child gently for spilling the milk.

Idiomatic Expressions for chastise

  • Phrase: read the riot act
    Meaning: to scold or reprimand someone strongly
    Usage: The teacher read the riot act to the students who were misbehaving in class.