1. to criticize or censure harshly; to scold severely
Usage: formal or literary; often used in academic or rhetorical contexts
2. to beat or strike with a stick or cudgel
Usage: archaic; rare

Examples

• The critic fustigated the author's latest novel for its weak plot and shallow characters.
• The teacher fustigated the students for their lack of preparation on the exam.
• The editorial fustigated the government's handling of the crisis.
• He was fustigated by his peers for his unethical behavior.
• The review fustigated the restaurant's poor service and mediocre food.
• She fustigated herself for making such a careless mistake.