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rebuke Definition and Meaning in English (rebuke definition)

noun
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Rebuke definition: An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

Definitions of Rebuke

  1. 1noun

    An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.

  2. 2verb

    To express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone because of their behavior or actions.

Example Sentences

formal

“The teacher delivered a stern rebuke to the student for cheating.”

business

“He was rebuked by his boss for missing the deadline.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularrebukes
past tenserebuked
present participlerebuking
agent nounrebuker

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