Rebuke ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Rebuke ( verb )

1. To express sharp, stern disapproval of (someone or something); to scold or criticize severely.
2. To disapprove or condemn strongly.

Origin:

From the old french reboucher, from re- ("again") + boucher ("to block, obstruct"), from latin bucca ("chee.k")

Examples:

1. The teacher rebuked the student for cheating.
2. The coach rebuked the player for poor sportsmanship.
3. The parent rebuked the child for not cleaning the room.
4. The manager rebuked the employee for being late.
5. The judge rebuked the lawyer for misconduct.

(As a noun)

Rebuke ( noun )

1. To express sharp, stern disapproval of (someone or something); to scold or criticize severely.
2. To disapprove or condemn strongly.

Origin:

From the old french reboucher, from re- ("again") + boucher ("to block, obstruct"), from latin bucca ("chee.k")

Examples:

1. The teacher rebuked the student for cheating.
2. The coach rebuked the player for poor sportsmanship.
3. The parent rebuked the child for not cleaning the room.
4. The manager rebuked the employee for being late.
5. The judge rebuked the lawyer for misconduct.