Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
castigator
noun
/ˈkæstɪˌɡeɪtəʳ/
Definition
A person who reprimands or criticizes someone severely.
Examples
- The teacher acted as a castigator when she addressed the students for their poor behavior.
- As a castigator of bad practices in the industry, he often spoke at conferences to share his insights.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who severely chastises or corrects others, often pointing out faults or misbehaviors in a strict manner.
Synonyms
- critic
- reprimander
- scold
- censurer
