Pronunciation: /rɪˈpraɪˌmænd/
noun a rebuke, especially an official one
A1 The teacher gave a reprimand to the student for talking during the lesson.
A2 She received a reprimand from her boss for being late to work.
B1 The employee was issued a reprimand for violating company policy.
B2 The referee issued a reprimand to the player for unsportsmanlike conduct.
C1 The reprimand from the board of directors led to the CEO's resignation.
C2 The reprimand from the judge was a wake-up call for the defendant to change their ways.
verb to rebuke or criticize someone
A1 The teacher reprimanded the student for talking during class.
A2 The manager reprimanded the employee for being late to work.
B1 The coach reprimanded the player for not following the team's strategy.
B2 The supervisor reprimanded the staff member for making a mistake on an important project.
C1 The judge reprimanded the lawyer for inappropriate behavior in the courtroom.
C2 The CEO reprimanded the executive for mishandling a major business deal.
formal The supervisor had to issue a formal reprimand to the employee for violating company policies.
informal The teacher gave a stern reprimand to the student for talking during class.
slang My mom totally reprimanded me for coming home late last night.
figurative The storm reprimanded the trees, bending them with its strong winds.
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