noun
- an expression of disapproval or criticism for wrongdoing
Usage: formal
verb
- to criticize someone formally for doing something wrong
Usage: formal
Examples
- The teacher gave him a stern reprimand for cheating on the test.
- She received an official reprimand from her supervisor.
- The principal reprimanded the students for their behavior.
- His boss reprimanded him for being late to work again.
- The written reprimand was placed in her personnel file.
- The coach reprimanded the player for arguing with the referee.