Castigate and Winnow

Castigate

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

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

Nearby Word: castigating

Winnow

Winnow verb - Separate the chaff from by using air currents.
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Synonyms for Winnow

Castigate and winnow are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Castigate" instead a verb "Winnow".

Nearby Words: winnowing, winnower
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