Castigator and Vindicator

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Castigator noun - One who inflicts punishment in return for an injury or offense.

Usage example: the principal seems to enjoy his role as the tireless castigator of classroom pranksters

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Vindicator is an antonym for castigator.

Vindicator noun - A person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution.

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Castigator is an antonym for vindicator.

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