Meaning & use
reprimand
To express formal or official disapproval of someone, usually because of a mistake or misconduct.
See it in a sentence
The manager reprimanded the employee for repeatedly arriving late to work.
She was privately reprimanded by the coach after missing the team meeting.
A note on using this word
Reprimand is more formal and official than scold, and is often used in workplace, military, or institutional settings.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A formal expression of disapproval given to someone for a fault or wrongdoing.
He received a written reprimand after the safety violation.
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