Belittle and Castigate

Belittle

Belittle verb - To express scornfully one's low opinion of.

Castigate and belittle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Castigate" instead a verb "Belittle".

Nearby Word: belittling

Castigate

Castigate verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
Usage example: castigated him for his constant tardiness

Belittle and castigate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Belittle" instead a verb "Castigate".

Nearby Word: castigating

Common collocations

people belittle people castigate people
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