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    Rebuke

    /rɪˈbjuːk/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    an expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.
    His harsh rebuke took her by surprise and made her feel ashamed.
    a formal reprimand.
    The council issued a rebuke to the mayor for his inappropriate comments.
    a sharp or stern warning.
    Despite his rebuke, she continued to act recklessly.
    verb
    to express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions.
    The teacher rebuked the student for not completing his homework.
    to scold or criticize someone in a stern manner.
    She rebuked him for being late to the meeting.
    to reprimand someone formally or officially.
    The manager rebuked the employee for violating company policy.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'rebuken', from Old French 'rebuchier', meaning 'to beat back, to repel', from 're-' + 'buchier' (to strike).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    take someone to task
    To reprimand someone for a mistake or wrongdoing.
    give someone a piece of your mind
    To express your opinion strongly with the intent of reprimanding.

    Related Words

    reproach
    To express disappointment or displeasure.
    chastise
    To punish or reprimand severely.

    Slang Meanings

    Get told off
    He really got told off for that mistake.
    Put on blast
    She put him on blast for being rude.