Chastises
/ˈkæsˌtɪˌsaɪzɪz/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of chastise, meaning to rebuke or reprimand, often formally or officially.
The judge chastises attorneys for improper courtroom behavior.
Forms
- chastise
- chastised
- chastising
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Commentary
'Chastises' is used primarily as a third-person singular verb form in legal contexts where formal reprimand or correction is involved.
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