Objurgation: meaning, definitions and examples
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objurgation
[ หรคb-jษr-หgฤ-shษn ]
verbal reprimand
Objurgation refers to a strong reprimand or scolding, which is often delivered in a harsh or demanding manner. It typically involves expressing disapproval or criticism towards someone's actions or behavior. This term is used in formal contexts and can be associated with authoritative figures like parents, teachers, or bosses. The goal of objurgation is usually to correct behavior rather than simply express displeasure.
Synonyms
castigation, rebuke, reprimand, scolding, upbraiding
Examples of usage
- The teacher's objurgation left the student speechless.
- He received a severe objurgation from his manager.
- Her objurgation was unexpected and left everyone in the room silent.
Translations
Translations of the word "objurgation" in other languages:
๐ต๐น repreensรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคฟเคเคฆเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Tadel
๐ฎ๐ฉ teguran
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะพัะฐะดะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ upomnienie
๐ฏ๐ต ้้ฃ
๐ซ๐ท rรฉprimande
๐ช๐ธ reprimenda
๐น๐ท azarlama
๐ฐ๐ท ์ง์ฑ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู
๐จ๐ฟ napomenutรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ napomenutie
๐จ๐ณ ่ดฃๅค
๐ธ๐ฎ opominjanje
๐ฎ๐ธ รกminning
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะตัะบะตััะฟะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแแคแ แแฎแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tษnqid
๐ฒ๐ฝ reprimenda
Etymology
The term 'objurgation' has its roots in the late Latin word 'objurgatio', which means 'a rebuke or reprimand'. This Latin term is derived from 'objurgare', meaning 'to rebuke' or 'to scold', which itself comes from a combination of 'ob-' (against) and 'jurgare' (to quarrel). Objurgation entered the English language in the 17th century, and it was used to describe a more severe form of reprimand than simple criticism. Over the centuries, the word has retained its meaning related to strong verbal chastisement, often implying a sense of authority in the speaker's tone or demeanor. Although less commonly used in everyday conversation, it persists in literature and legal contexts where formal reprimands are discussed.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,436, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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