Synonyms
reprove, rebuke, reprimand, admonish, reproach, chide mean to criticize adversely.
reprove implies an often kindly intent to correct a fault.
rebuke suggests a sharp or stern reproof.
reprimand implies a severe, formal, often public or official rebuke.
admonish suggests earnest or friendly warning and counsel.
Examples of reprimand in a Sentence
Word History
Noun
French réprimande, from Latin reprimenda, feminine of reprimendus, gerundive of reprimere to check — more at repress
Dictionary Entries Near reprimand
Cite this Entry
“Reprimand.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reprimand. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
reprimand
1 of 2 nounreprimand
2 of 2 verbMore from Merriam-Webster on reprimand
Nglish: Translation of reprimand for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of reprimand for Arabic Speakers
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