How Do You Spell CHASTISE?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈasta͡ɪz] (IPA)

Chastise is a verb that means to discipline or scold in a harsh or stern manner. The spelling of the word "chastise" reflects its pronunciation, which is [chuh-stahyz]. The initial "ch" sound is pronounced like the "ch" in "chair," while the second syllable is pronounced as "stize," with the emphasis on the second syllable. The final "e" is silent and is only added for spelling purposes. Chastising is a common disciplinary technique used in various settings, such as schools, homes, and workplaces.

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CHASTISE Meaning and Definition

  1. Chastise is a verb that refers to the act of reprimanding or disciplining someone, usually in order to correct their behavior or wrongdoing. It involves criticizing or scolding someone with the intention of expressing dissatisfaction or disapproval of their actions.

    When someone is chastised, they may be subjected to harsh or stern treatment, such as being scolded, rebuked, or admonished. The purpose of chastisement is often to help someone understand their mistake or to deter them from repeating the unwanted behavior in the future. Chastisement can occur in various settings, including personal relationships, educational institutions, workplaces, or even within oneself as a form of self-discipline.

    This term can also describe the act of punishing someone physically, although this usage is less common in contemporary contexts. Historically, chastisement may have involved physical correction, such as spanking or beating, although this form of punishment is now widely considered inappropriate and is generally discouraged.

    Overall, chastising someone involves criticizing, reprimanding, or disciplining them as a means of correcting their behavior or deterring them from repeating their mistakes. It typically implies a level of authority, where the person doing the chastising holds a position of power or responsibility.

  2. To punish or correct with the rod; to inflict a pain as punishment for an offence; to correct or purify in any way.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of CHASTISE

The word "chastise" originated from the Old French verb "chastier" or "castier", which was derived from the Latin word "castigare". In Latin, "castigare" was formed by combining "castus" (meaning "pure" or "morally upright") and "agere" (meaning "to drive" or "to act"). Therefore, the original sense of "chastise" was to reprimand or discipline someone with the intention of bringing about moral improvement or purity of conduct.

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Conjugate verb Chastise

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have chastised
you would have chastised
he/she/it would have chastised
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they would have chastised
I would have chastise
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been chastising
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they would have been chastising

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would chastise
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be chastising
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FUTURE

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they will chastise

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you chastise
we let´s chastise

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to chastise

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was chastising
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we were chastising
they were chastising

PAST PARTICIPLE

chastised

PAST PERFECT

I had chastised
you had chastised
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they had chastised

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been chastising
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PRESENT

I chastise
you chastise
he/she/it chastises
we chastise
they chastise

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am chastising
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we are chastising
they are chastising

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

chastising

PRESENT PERFECT

I have chastised
you have chastised
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we have chastised
they have chastised

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been chastising
you have been chastising
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we have been chastising
they have been chastising

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it chastise

SIMPLE PAST

I chastised
you chastised
he/she/it chastised
we chastised
they chastised

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