Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vapulate
verb
/ˈvæpjʊleɪt/
Definition
To be beaten or whipped; to receive blows as punishment.
Examples
- The student was vapulated for his misbehavior in class.
- In ancient times, those who broke the law could be vapulated as a form of discipline.
Meaning
The term ‘vapulate’ describes the act of being subjected to punishment by striking or beating, often used in a historical context.
Synonyms
- Flagellate
- Whip
- Beaten
