Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Chastise

Correct option is C

✔️ The correct synonym of the word chastise is flog.
· Given word: Chastise.
Meaning: To criticize or punish severely.
Hindi meaning: कड़ी फटकार लगाना या सज़ा देना.
Example: The principal chastised the students for their misbehavior.
· Correct answer word: Flog.
Meaning: To beat someone as a punishment.
Hindi meaning: कोड़े मारना, पीटना.
Example: In ancient times, soldiers were flogged for disobedience.
· Synonyms: scold, punish, discipline, berate.
· Antonyms: praise, commend, applaud, reward.
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Praise: To express approval.
Hindi meaning: प्रशंसा करना.
· (b) Laud: To praise formally.
Hindi meaning: सराहना करना.
· (d) Compliment: To say something nice about someone.
Hindi meaning: तारीफ करना.