Punish severely is a term that can refer to a variety of punishments, ranging from physical to psychological. The crossword solutions for this term include LASH, SCOURGE, CASTIGATE, CANE, throwthe, and tarandfeather. LASH is a punishment involving a whip or rod, while SCOURGE is a similar punishment with a whip or rod but more severe. CASTIGATE is a punishment involving verbal criticism or reprimand. CANE is a punishment involving a stick or rod, usually made of wood. Throwthe is a punishment involving throwing someone out of a place or group. Tarandfeather is a punishment involving covering someone in tar and feathers as a form of humiliation.