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CASTIGATING Antonyms

There are 9 antonyms of the word castigating. (opposite meanings)

Best Opposite Words For CASTIGATING

WordSaveSyns..UsageType
approving
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
noun

• the formal act of approving

adjective satellite

• expressing or manifesting praise or approval

praising
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• full of or giving praise

admiring
adjectiveadj
verb

• feel admiration for

• look at with admiration

applauding
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

• express that something is worthy of praise

celebrating
verb, adverb, adjectivev, adv, adj
verb

• behave as expected during of holidays or rites

• have a celebration

• assign great social importance to

commending
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• express approbation of

• present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence

• give to in charge

• express a good opinion of

• mention as by way of greeting or to indicate friendship

complimenting
verbv
noun

• a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration

verb

• say something to someone that expresses praise

• express respect or esteem for

extolling
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

lauding
verbv
verb

• praise, glorify, or honor

Alternatives for APPROVING

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Abbreviations (1)

Alternatives for PRAISING

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Alternatives for APPLAUDING

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Alternatives for CELEBRATING

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Alternatives for COMMENDING

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Alternatives for COMPLIMENTING

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Alternatives for EXTOLLING

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