Castigate and Rave over

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

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Rave over is an antonym for castigate.

Nearby Word: castigating

Definitions of Castigate not found.

Castigate is an antonym for rave over in congratulate topic.

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