This is the 6693rd most frequent Portuguese word.
fust
"Fust" is not a Portuguese word. It may be a typo or borrowed term.
Here, 'fustigou' is used metaphorically to mean 'to spur or push someone to action.'
O treinador fustigou os jogadores para melhorar seu desempenho.
The coach spurred the players to improve their performance.
In this sentence, 'fustigava' is used to mean 'to beat' or 'to strike' repeatedly.
Ela fustigava a floresta com um pequeno bastão em busca de frutas.
She was beating the forest with a small stick in search of fruits.
Here, 'fustigaram' indicates 'to critically reproach or scold someone,' emphasizing the verbal nature.