Flagellation

Synonyms of flagellation

• whipping
• flogging
• lashing

Antonyms of flagellation

• praise
• approval
• commendation

Collocations of flagellation

self-flagellation

Frequency: 70 %

His constant self-flagellation over his mistakes was starting to affect his mental health.

religious flagellation

Frequency: 60 %

Some religious sects practice flagellation as a form of penance.

flagellation whip

Frequency: 45 %

The flagellation whip left marks on his back after the punishment.

extreme flagellation

Frequency: 35 %

The act of extreme flagellation was seen as a form of extreme devotion by some followers.

Idiomatic Expressions for flagellation

• Phrase: flagellation of the senses
  Meaning: intense sensory stimulation or overload
  Usage: The concert was a flagellation of the senses, with bright lights and loud music overwhelming the audience.