chastised
Chastised is the past tense and past participle of the verb chastise. It means to rebuke or punish someone for a fault or wrongdoing, typically with the aim of correcting behavior. The term can refer to verbal admonition as well as disciplinary actions, and it is commonly found in formal, religious, educational, or literary contexts.
Etymology and usage notes: Chastise derives from Latin castigare, meaning to rebuke or chasten, through Old
Context and nuance: Chastised carries a sense of corrective discipline rather than casual criticism. It can
See also: Related terms include chastisement (the act or process of chastising), chastener (one who chastises),