Rebuke

Pronunciation: /riːˈbjuːk/

Rebuke (verb)

  1. To speak to someone in a serious way because they did something wrong or behaved badly.
  2. To criticize someone publicly or officially for an action, often to show disapproval.

Examples

  • She rebuked him for being careless with the equipment.
  • The teacher rebuked the student for interrupting others.

Rebuke (noun)

  1. A serious criticism given to someone because of wrong actions or bad behaviour.
  2. An official statement that shows strong disapproval of an action or decision.

Examples

  • Her rebuke made everyone rethink their plan.
  • The rebuke was clear and serious, but it helped them improve.