lambastes

The word “lambastes” has 3 syllables: lam-bas-tes

It's pronounced as /ˈlæmˌbæsts/


What is synonym and antonym for lambastes?

In the thesaurus, “lambastes” has 23 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lambastes along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for lambastes

  • assail
  • assails
  • attacks
  • beats
  • berate
  • castigate
  • castigates
  • criticizes
  • does
  • excoriate
  • excoriates
  • hides
  • knocks
  • lectures
  • licks
  • pounds
  • pummels
  • scold
  • scolds
  • slams
  • slaps
  • smashes
  • upbraid

Antonyms for lambastes

  • approves
  • commends
  • compliment
  • endorses
  • hails
  • indorses
  • laud
  • lauds
  • praise
  • praises

Meanings of lambastes

  • verb
    1. To scold, reprimand or criticize harshly.
    2. (dated in UK English but not US English) To give a thrashing to; to beat severely.

Example Sentences

  • Lambastes the dough gently to ensure it rises properly.
  • The manager lambastes the sales team for their failure to meet targets.
  • The teacher lambastes the students for their lack of preparation before the exam.
  • The coach lambastes the players for their poor performance on the field.
  • She lambastes her opponents with sharp criticism during the debate.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lambastes, such as: approves, assail, assails, attacks, beats, berate, castigate.

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