Reprimand

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛprəˌmænd/

Reprimand (verb)

  1. To tell someone off in an official way because they did something wrong.
  2. To criticize someone strongly for breaking rules or acting improperly.

Examples

  • The manager reprimands employees for repeated lateness.
  • The coach reprimands the team after breaking the rules.

Reprimand (noun)

  1. An official statement telling someone they are wrong and should change their behaviour.

Examples

  • He received an official reprimand for unsafe behavior.
  • The company issued an official reprimand after the complaint.