mete out punishment to vs reproach

mete out punishment to

reproach

noun
  • A mild rebuke, or an implied criticism. 

  • Disgrace or shame. 

  • An object of scorn. 

verb
  • To disgrace, or bring shame upon. 

  • To criticize or rebuke (someone). 

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