Castigatory

/kəˈstɪɡətɔːri/ adjective

Definition

Of, relating to, or serving as punishment or severe criticism.

Etymology

From Latin castigatorius, combining castigare (to punish) with the adjectival suffix -torius (serving to, relating to).

Kelly Says

The suffix -torius in Latin gave English words like 'amatory' and 'predatory'—it's a classy way of saying 'relating to' that sounds more formal and slightly archaic to modern ears.

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