What is another word for lapidation?
Pronunciation: [lˌapɪdˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Lapidation is a term that describes a brutal method of execution by stoning. However, there are other synonyms that can be used to describe this barbaric form of punishment. Some of these include pelting, stoning, and hurling stones, which are all ways to describe a group of individuals throwing stones at a person to cause harm. Another term that can be used is castigation, which refers to the act of punishing or criticizing harshly. The use of lapidation has become outdated, as it is now considered a cruel and inhumane way of executing criminals. Instead, modern societies use more humane methods to punish those who break the law.
