Rebuke (N, V)
Pronunciation: ri-BYOOK
Word Meaning:
Noun: An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism.
Verb: To express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.
Uses in Sentence:
- The teacher gave the student a stern rebuke for talking during class.
- He was rebuked by his supervisor for repeatedly arriving late to work.
- She received a public rebuke for her insensitive remarks.
Synonyms:
Noun:
- Reprimand
- Scolding
- Admonition
- Reproach
- Criticism
Verb:
- Reprimand
- Scold
- Admonish
- Reproach
- Chastise
Antonyms:
Noun:
- Praise
- Commendation
- Approval
- Encouragement
Verb:
- Praise
- Commend
- Approve
- Encourage
Word Meaning in Hindi:
Noun: डांट (Daant), निन्दा (Ninda), बदला (Badla)
Verb: डांटना (Daantna), निंदा करना (Ninda Karna), बदला देना (Badla Dena)
Word uses in Hindi:
- अपनी बात ना मानने पर उसे अपने प्रोफेसर ने डांटा। (He was rebuked by his professor for not listening to him.)
- उसे उसकी बेहूदा टिप्पणियों के लिए सार्वजनिक निन्दा मिली। (She received public rebuke for her indecent remarks.)