Castigate and Rant

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Castigate verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.

Usage example: castigated him for his constant tardiness

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

Nearby Word: castigating

Rant verb - To talk loudly and wildly.

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Castigate and rant are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Castigate" instead a verb "Rant".

Nearby Words: ranting, ranted, ranter

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