noun
- sharp criticisms or expressions of disapproval
Usage: plural form of ‘rebuke’
verb
- to criticize or scold someone sharply for their actions or behavior
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘rebuke’
Examples
- The teacher rebukes students who talk during class.
- She always rebukes her brother for leaving his room messy.
- The coach rebukes players who don’t follow the rules.
- His harsh rebukes made the children feel ashamed.
- The senator faced public rebukes for his controversial statement.
- Her constant rebukes damaged their relationship.
- The manager rebukes employees who arrive late to work.