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reprimand

UK/'reprimɑ:nd/US
GREC2

Definitions

v.

To rebuke or criticize someone formally and officially.

正式谴责;严厉批评

n.

A formal or official rebuke or severe criticism.

正式谴责;严厉批评

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
reagain, back
+
primfirst
+
andsuffix
=reprimand
Root prim still carries 18 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.formal reprimand正式警告
  • 2.public reprimand公开谴责
  • 3.receive a reprimand受到训诫
  • 4.issue a reprimand发出警告

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The officer received a formal reprimand for neglecting his duties.

  • 2.

    The teacher's sharp reprimand silenced the disruptive students immediately.

  • 3.

    She faced a public reprimand from the board for violating company policy.

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