How to Pronounce Castigates

To pronounce "castigates", say CAST-ig-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

CAST-ig-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “castigates”

"castigates" has 4 syllables: cast-ig-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does castigates mean?

verb

  1. To punish or reprimand someone severely.
  2. To execrate or condemn something in a harsh manner, especially by public criticism.

Synonyms

condemnlambastechastisepunishrebukereprimandcorrectrevise

Words that rhyme with castigates

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facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

chastisechastizeobjurgatechastencorrectslapschastisescondemnatory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "castigates"?▾

"Castigates" has 4 syllables: cast · ig · at · es.

What does "castigates" mean?▾

Castigates: To punish or reprimand someone severely.

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