Answer: scarifies

AnswerCrossword Clue
SCARIFIESLacerates, as the feelings.
SCARIFIESCriticizes severely
scarifiesSCARIFY, to make superficial cuts in
scarifiesCriticize severely and hurtfully
scarifiesMake cuts or scratches in (the surface of something), in particular
scarifiesBreak up the surface of (soil or pavement)
scarifiesMake shallow incisions in (the skin), esp. as a medical procedure or traditional cosmetic practice