verb
- past tense of reprimand; formally criticized or scolded someone for their behavior or actions
Usage: formal
Examples
- The teacher reprimanded the student for talking during the exam.
- She was reprimanded by her supervisor for arriving late to work.
- The coach reprimanded the players for their poor sportsmanship.
- He was officially reprimanded for violating company policy.
- The principal reprimanded the entire class for their disruptive behavior.
- The employee was reprimanded in writing for the safety violation.