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Rebuked: meaning, definitions and examples

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rebuked

 

[ rɪˈbjuːk ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

criticism context

To rebuke means to express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone's behavior or actions. The term often implies a strong admonition or reprimand, usually delivered in a stern manner. It is typically used in situations where someone's actions are deemed wrong or inappropriate. Rebukes can be formal or informal and are frequently heard in both personal and professional settings.

Synonyms

admonish, censure, rebuke, reprimand, scold

Examples of usage

  • The teacher rebuked the student for being late.
  • He was rebuked by his boss for missing the deadline.
  • Her mother rebuked her for not cleaning her room.
  • The coach rebuked the players after their poor performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "rebuked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repreendido

🇮🇳 निंदा किया गया

🇩🇪 zurechtgewiesen

🇮🇩 dihukum

🇺🇦 сварений

🇵🇱 skrytykowany

🇯🇵 叱責された

🇫🇷 réprimandé

🇪🇸 reprendido

🇹🇷 azarlanan

🇰🇷 꾸지람 받은

🇸🇦 أُدِينَ

🇨🇿 napomenutý

🇸🇰 napomenutý

🇨🇳 被训斥

🇸🇮 opozorjen

🇮🇸 átali

🇰🇿 сыйланбаған

🇬🇪 გაკიცხული

🇦🇿 qınanmış

🇲🇽 reprendido

Etymology

The word 'rebuke' comes from the Middle English 'rebukken', which meant to check or to restrain, partly derived from Old French 'rebouquer', meaning to drive back or repulse. The Latin root 'rebucca' suggests a connotation of scolding or correcting. The term has been in use since the late 14th century. Over the years, 'rebuke' has maintained a strong relationship with themes of authority, chastisement, and moral correction, remaining relevant in both religious and social contexts. As a term, it encapsulates the act of admonishing someone for their misbehavior, connecting language to the practices of governance, education, and familial relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,981, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.