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To find fault (with something)
“I actually appreciate those who criticize me in a constructive manner.”
To criticize or reprimand (someone) severely
“It isn't helpful to castigate a patient about his years of smoking when you are trying to treat his lung cancer.”
To subject to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
“Now, my friends, you may be sure that in a discussion of this character, the last expedient an opponent can resort to is an attempt to ridicule his antagonist's argument.”
To speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse
“With his gosh-darned, aw-shucks demeanor and disarming smile, he is able to insult entire groups without even realizing he's doing it.”
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