Definition of chastisement

chastisementnoun

trừng phạt

/tʃæˈstaɪzmənt//tʃæˈstaɪzmənt/

"Chastisement" comes from the Old French word "chastier," meaning "to punish." This, in turn, derives from the Latin word "castigare," which has the same meaning. The core of "castigare" is "caedere," meaning "to beat," reflecting the physical nature of punishment in ancient times. Over time, "chastisement" evolved to encompass any form of correction, rebuke, or discipline, whether physical or verbal.

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physical punishment

hình phạt thể chất

Example:
  • Reasonable chastisement of children was allowed under the law.

    Việc trừng phạt hợp lý đối với trẻ em được pháp luật cho phép.

criticism of somebody for doing something wrong

chỉ trích ai đó vì đã làm điều gì sai

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