Reprimand: meaning, definitions and examples
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reprimand
[ ˌrɛprɪˈmænd ]
formal
To reprimand means to express disapproval or criticism towards someone for their actions or behavior. It is a formal way of scolding or admonishing someone for doing something wrong.
Synonyms
admonish, berate, chastise, rebuke, scold
Examples of usage
- He was reprimanded by his boss for being late to work.
- The teacher reprimanded the student for talking during the exam.
- She reprimanded her child for not doing homework.
- The officer reprimanded the soldier for disobeying orders.
- I cannot reprimand you for your honesty.
Translations
Translations of the word "reprimand" in other languages:
🇵🇹 repreensão
🇮🇳 फटकार
🇩🇪 Verweis
🇮🇩 teguran
🇺🇦 догана
🇵🇱 nagana
🇯🇵 叱責 (しっせき)
🇫🇷 réprimande
🇪🇸 reprimenda
🇹🇷 azarlama
🇰🇷 견책 (견책)
🇸🇦 توبيخ
🇨🇿 pokárání
🇸🇰 pokarhanie
🇨🇳 训斥 (xùn chì)
🇸🇮 graja
🇮🇸 áminning
🇰🇿 ескерту
🇬🇪 გინება
🇦🇿 tənbeh
🇲🇽 reprimenda
Word origin
The word 'reprimand' originated from the French word 'réprimande', which means 'reprimand' or 'rebuke'. It entered the English language in the late 17th century. The concept of reprimanding or admonishing someone for their actions has been present in human social interactions throughout history as a way to correct behavior and uphold societal norms.